Registered Nurses (RN) for Pre- & Post-operative care, Lapland, Finland
The Offer?
2 754,66€/ month
START SALARY
0 years of service
This is the gross salary before taxes and social security contributions. It is paid as a starting salary without any approved previous years of service, according to the Collective Agreement for Social and Health Care Personnel (SOTE agreement), pay grade TVA2.
This salary is paid as a minimum salary without shift work after you have obtained a Finnish registered nurse license.
Shift work is paid according to the number of hours worked. Evening work is paid as a 15% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage or given as corresponding free time. Night work is paid as a 30% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage or given as corresponding free time. In shift work, the free time compensation is 24 minutes per night hour or a 40% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage. This means that with an average shift work, the salary goes
up to 3 167,86€/ month.
2 837,30€/ month
SALARY
5 years of service
The service years increase is 3% from the task-specific salary. This is the gross salary before taxes and social security contributions. It is paid as a starting salary with 5 years of acceptable service in accordance with the Collective Agreement for Social and Health Care Personnel (SOTE Agreement), salary category TVA2.
This salary is paid as a minimum salary without shift work after you have obtained a Finnish registered nurse license.
Shift work is paid according to the number of hours worked. Evening work is paid as a 15% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage or given as corresponding free time. Night work is paid as a 30% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage or given as corresponding free time. In shift work, the free time compensation is 24 minutes per night hour or a 40% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage. This means that with an average shift work, the salary goes
up to 3 262,90€/ month.
2 975,03€/ month
SALARY
10 years of service
The service years increase is 8% from the task-specific salary. This is the gross salary before taxes and social security contributions. It is paid as a starting salary with 10 years of acceptable service in accordance with the Collective Agreement for Social and Health Care Personnel (SOTE Agreement), salary category TVA2.
This salary is paid as a minimum salary without shift work after you have obtained a Finnish registered nurse license.
Shift work is paid according to the number of hours worked. Evening work is paid as a 15% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage or given as corresponding free time. Night work is paid as a 30% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage or given as corresponding free time. In shift work, the free time compensation is 24 minutes per night hour or a 40% cash compensation on the unadjusted hourly wage. This means that with an average shift work, the salary goes
up to 3 421,29€/ month.
... and more...
What is the offer?
A unique opportunity to start your Nordic career and reimagine your future inLapland
Contract
A full-time, fixed position of 2 years with 38 hours 15 minutes per week working time. It is possible to apply for a full-time, permanent positions once you have finalized your induction period and have been granted your Finnish license to practice.
Prior to licensing
A basic monthly, full-time salary of nurse in training (2616,93€/month before taxes & social contributions) prior to reaching your licenced status and when working in Finland.
After recognition
After recognition of qualifications, a basic monthly salary starting from 2 754,66€/ month before taxes & social constibutions (*please, see above).
Additional compensation
for inconvenient working hours are paid on top of the basic monthly salary if and when applicable.
Sunday Work Pay: In addition to regular pay, employees are entitled to unadjusted hourly pay for each hour worked on Sundays and official Bank Holidays.
Saturday Work Pay: On weekdays, excluding Easter Saturday and Christmas Eve, employees are entitled to a 20% pay increase on their unadjusted hourly wage for work done between 6:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
Evening Work: Evening work refers to work done between 6:00 PM and 10:00 PM. Employees are entitled to a 15% pay increase on their unadjusted hourly wage for evening work.
In all above cases employees can also opt for equivalent time off in lieu of overtime pay for regular working hours in shift work and other working time systems.
Night Work: Night work refers to work done between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM. Employees are entitled to a 30% pay increase on their unadjusted hourly wage for night work. Employees in shift work can opt for a time off compensation of 24 minutes per night work hour or a 40% pay increase on their unadjusted hourly wage.
A further motivational bonus of 50€ is awarded for above expectations performance.
Vacations
Minimum 23 days per year starting after the first full working year acting as basis for calculations. Previous accepted work experience will add vacation days in accordance to experience years. Maximum 38 days of vacation per year based on accrued service years.
Healthcare & insurances
Healthcare, insurances, unemployment & retirement fees and benefits are included, with comprehensive occupational healthcare program.
Smartum benefit card
is the key to the employee benefits: discounts and personal monthly amount to use in different services, such as sports, massage or culture. Yearly value is 150€, and it is given to employees whom have worked at least 6 months in their new duties.
Holiday cottages
Holiday cottages available for rent for staff use at a discounted price in various parts of Lapland.
Flexibility at work
A flexi-bank of hours, flexible work arrangements, possibility to work long shifts ad much needed flexibility to optimize work-life-balance.
Life-long learning
Possibility for regular coaching and training, including career development opportunities and job-rotation as well as supportive & collaborative work environment.
Induction period
a 6 month trial period which includes an induction to your new tasks and responsibilities when you start working.
Recognition of milestones & birthdays
Different milestones & birthdays are celebrated either with additional salaried days off or a gift.
How do we support?
We understand that moving to another country is challenging, so here is how we help free-of-charge
Named mediator
A dedicated contact person who acts as your match-maker and your mediator for the entire process from beginning until arrival in Finland.
Qualifications
We check that your qualifications match the requirements.
Records
We guide in application of different records and manage the translation process if and when required.
Calculations
Help to calculate and understand how much is left of your salary after taxes & social contributions on average.
Living costs
Support to understand how much are the average living costs in Lapland (Living cost in Finland).
Information
Information about living & working in Finland with EURES advisors for planning your relocation process & required paperwork.
Mental support
Named mediator to support your progress in the program, and if needed, psychological support for stress & change management.
Training program
Intensive language and intercultural training prior to your relocation.
Materials
All required learning and study materials for your country of origin training.
Recognition
Support for your recognition of qualifications process during your training program.
Translations
Check of documents, stamps & management of the entire translation process, including free-of-charge sworn translations.
Relocation
Relocation assistance, such as helping you manage the official registrations, when it's time to move.
Spouse support
in job search and language skills prior to arrival to Finland.
Schools & daycare
Help to find jobs, schools and daycare for your family members after relocation.
Settling-in
Tips for settling-in after arrival.
The expectations
For you with a genuine interest and passion for nursing and a well balanced life
Qualifications
A Bachelors level degree as nursefrom an EU/EEA - area educational institution (2005/36/EU) and a registered nurses' status in an EU/EEA country.
Records
A clean Criminal Record & Record of Good Standing as required by the Finnish Law.
Experience
At least 3 years of previous work experience as a nurse working in similar tasks with a strong clinical knowledge and skills specific to internal medicine wards, including aseptic practices.
Attitude
An independent & responsible attitude, with good communication & team working skills, and the ability to work independently, make sound decisions, and adapt to changing situations.
Expected commitments
This is a journey we will walk together, not a sprint that you run alone
Commitment to training
Commitment to a free-of-charge language training program, and to study a minimum of 20 hrs per week in order to reach a B1 level of Finnish language at the end of the training.
Commitment to relocation
Commitment to relocating and starting work in Finland after reaching your target in language training.
Considered as a plus
Lower intermediate English language skills are required.
Learn more about working in Finland
Did we answer all your questions? If not, please contact us.
We are multilingual team, so we are able to help you in at least English, Greek & Spanish languages. Alternatively you can contact our matchmakers:
Marika & Alexander (SPA: +34 654 07 1241)
Alexia (GRE: +30 694 45 68328)
The Wellbeing Services County of Lapland
The Wellbeing Services County of Lapland is responsible for organizing public social, health and rescue services in Northern Finland. They employ around 8,000 professionals and offer diverse job opportunities for experts in various fields.
They operate across 17 municipalities and 4 cities, stretching from Kilpisjärvi to Tornio and Utsjoki to Kemijärvi. Lapland's unique nature and relaxed pace of life provide a fantastic setting for working and living.
Their employees' well-being and professional development are paramount. They strive to be a reliable and humane employer that supports its staff's well-being and competence development.
They offer a variety of job duties and the possibility to work independently. They believe in teamwork and supporting each other. The role of a nurse is highly valued and carries significant responsibility, and all employees work as equals.
Ready for a jump in your career?
We are looking for nurses who are passionate about teamwork and collaboration. If you're a passionate and skilled nurse looking for a rewarding career in the balance of the Nordics, we encourage you to apply today!
The Swedish EURES Targeted Mobility Schemes project is funded by the European Commission.
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