Head Nurse (Vårdenhetschef) at the Medicine Clinic, Nyköping Hospital

The Medicine Clinic is the largest clinic at Nyköping Hospital, with approximately 200 employees distributed across six units, each with its own unit manager. We provide services in nephrology, cardiology, endocrinology, hematology, diabetes, gastroenterology, COPD, neurology, and general internal medicine.

The department is responsible for medical investigations, care and treatment, nursing, and consultation services in both outpatient and inpatient care. The clinic collaborates closely with other clinics at the hospital, other hospitals in the county, primary care, and municipalities. Here, you enjoy the advantages of a smaller hospital with modern diagnostics and treatment, short decision-making paths, and a personal touch. The clinic is currently completely free of temporary agency staff.

About the Role

We are now looking for a Head Nurse (Vårdenhetschef) for one of our two inpatient wards, Medicine Ward 7. The ward currently has 14 open beds, and together with Medicine Ward 8 and MIMA, we have 32 open beds. The work group consists of a wonderful team of nurses and assistant nurses, with close collaboration with other professional categories. The management role is carried out in close collaboration with your colleague, the Head Nurse on Medicine Ward 8.

In addition to the region's shared support functions, HR and finance are linked to your unit to assist you in your work. Besides the Operations Manager, you have five managerial colleagues who provide support; you meet for regular dialogue through operational meetings and the leadership group. There are also development managers at the clinic, as well as care leadership roles and discharge coordinators on the ward.

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Your Responsibilities

We are looking for you who want to drive and develop the ward and internal medicine care forward. As Head Nurse, we would like you to have clinical experience and an interest in healthcare work. Your team will contribute with engagement, knowledge, and a person-centered approach.

The role of Head Nurse involves leading, organizing, and developing the ongoing work with the unit's employees. You have responsibility and authority for operations, personnel, economy, and work environment. Your task as the present manager is to engage, lead, motivate, and create involvement.

Your Qualifications

We are looking for you who are a registered nurse and would like you to have managerial or leadership experience or other experience relevant to the position.

We place great emphasis on personal qualities. You are a natural leader and have good ability to work both collaboratively and independently. You find it easy to build trusting relationships with both managerial colleagues and employees. Your communication skills and commitment to healthcare work contribute to a positive work environment and high quality on the ward.

Employment Type

Permanent employment with start date as agreed.

Information about the Position

Information about the position is provided by:

• Operations Manager Agnieszka Gotowiec Edgren, 073-866 57 58.
• HR Specialist Sofia Eirsköld, 076-138 81 83.
• Union representatives can be reached via the Contact Center, 0155-24 50 00.

Application

Please send your application, including CV, by 2026-07-19.

Interviews will take place after the application deadline, and due to the holiday period, response times may be slightly longer.

The position will be filled provided it does not need to be taken over by already employed staff or if the conditions for recruitment change.

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