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Nurses (RN) - Surgical Wards - Päijät-Häme HA, FIN

Nurses (RN) - Surgical wards

Utilising the nurse's special medical expertise during treatment, needs assessment and examinations as a member of a multidiscplinirary team.

2 689,23€/ month
START SALARY
0 years of service

Salary quoted gross, i.e. BEFORE taxes and social contributions as a starting salary with no previous years of acceptable service, in accordance with the collective agreement of Municipality Sector workers for Joint Authorities of Health and Wellbeing sector (HYVTES), pay grade TVA1. This salary is paid as a minimum, without shift work, after you have received your Finnish license to practice your profession as a nurse.

Shift work (bank holidays and inconvenient hours) will be paid in accordance to the amount of such hours worked, increasing the monthly salary with approximately 20%, bringing the salary  
up to 3 227,08€/ month

2 769,91€/ month
SALARY
5 years of service

Salary quoted gross, i.e. BEFORE taxes and social contributions as a starting salary with 5 years of acceptable service, in accordance with the collective agreement of Municipality Sector workers for Joint Authorities of Health and Wellbeing sector (HYVTES), pay grade TVA1. This salary is paid as a minimum, without shift work, after you have received your Finnish license to practice your profession as a nurse.

Shift work (bank holidays and inconvenient hours) will be paid in accordance to the amount of such hours worked, increasing the monthly salary with approximately 20%, bringing the salary  
up to 3 323,89€/ month

2 904,37€/ month
SALARY
10 years of service

Salary quoted gross, i.e. BEFORE taxes and social contributions as a starting salary with 10 years of acceptable service, in accordance with the collective agreement of Municipality Sector workers for Joint Authorities of Health and Wellbeing sector (HYVTES), pay grade TVA1. This salary is paid as a minimum, without shift work, after you have received your Finnish license to practice your profession as a nurse.

Shift work (bank holidays and inconvenient hours) will be paid in accordance to the amount of such hours worked, increasing the monthly salary with approximately 20%, bringing the salary  
up to 3 485,24€/ month

Jump to Surgery

Päijät-Häme Central Hospital, located in Lahti, is the 2nd largest hospital in Finland and the 7th largest provider of specialized care. Specialized care is provided by 40 medical speciality areas at the hospital's outpatient clinics and wards. The Central Hospital has three surgical wards, which treat surgical patients and radiological examination patients.

Now, the Central hospital, is looking to employ a minimum of 3 nurses in full-time permanent positions. You should have a strong interest in working as a member of a multidisciplinary team, taking comprehensive care of patients.

Tasks include:
Evaluating treatment needs via phone and in physical reception
Assisting in treatments and examinations 
Health counselling and guidance to correct treatment pathways through all service channels 
Using your medical expertise during receptions times and in examinations 
Tasks & duties in relation to smooth nursing practice, such as giving out medication, ensuring clean and orderly working spaces and taking care of required instruments. 

Ward R3

Orthopaedic & trauma patients 


Ward R3 is a surgical ward that treats patients with orthopedic and trauma conditions, as well as patients after eye surgery. The ward has 30 beds,  and its' activities focus on immediate pre-operative and immediate post-operative care.

Tissue and musculoskeletal diseases and injuries are treated at Ward R3 when they require surgery and the patient needs inpatient care. Joint replacements, revision surgeries, and major spinal surgeries are typical procedures for patients treated at the ward.

The majority of patients are invited to surgery after a clinic visit. Some patients come directly through Akuutti24. The first goal of follow-up care is home care. Hip replacement patients are usually discharged home 1-3 days after surgery, and spine surgery patients typically stay in the hospital for an average of 2-4 days. If the situation warrants, patients are transferred to follow-up care at their own health center.

The key to the activities of the ward R3 is multidisciplinary collaboration and collaboration with primary healthcare units.

LOCATION: LAHTI

Ward R4

Gastrosurgical patients

Ward R4 is a surgical ward that treats patients with abdominal surgery. The department has 30 beds. Patients come to the ward for both scheduled and emergency surgery.

Abdominal surgery includes the upper gastrointestinal tract, which is the esophagus, stomach, pancreas, gallbladder, liver, and small intestine, and the lower gastrointestinal tract, which is the large intestine, rectum, and anus. Patients are treated in a rehabilitative manner to help them recover quickly. However, the length of stay varies depending on the condition being treated.

The ward works in a multidisciplinary collaboration for the benefit of patients. In addition to nurses, assistant nurses, and physicians, the department also employs a ward pharmacist, physiotherapist, ward secretary, and maintenance workers.

LOCATION: LAHTI

Ward R5

Patients with a variety of surgical conditions

Ward R5 treats patients with a variety of surgical conditions, including urology, plastic surgery, thoracic and vascular surgery, hand surgery, oral and maxillofacial surgery, otolaryngology, thyroid surgery, and breast cancer surgery. The department has 30 beds.

Surgery patients come to the ward for scheduled surgery from home or directly from emergency care. The ward also has patients for radiological examinations. The age range of patients varies from young adults to the elderly.

Multidisciplinary collaboration is essential to the ward's operations. In addition to nurses and basic care workers, the ward employs doctors, a secretary, maintenance workers, a ward pharmacist, and a physiotherapist.

LOCATION: LAHTI

 
 

Join the team

Just like ski jumpers, nurses work together to achieve a common goal: providing the best possible care for their patients. A team of dedicated professionals who are committed to providing the best possible care are waiting you to join them. Some of the benefits of working as a nurse in Päijät-Häme:
Competitive salaries and benefits
Opportunities for professional development
A supportive and collaborative work environment
The chance to make a real difference in the lives of your patients
If you're a passionate and skilled nurse looking for a rewarding career, we encourage you to apply today! 

What is the offer?

A unique opportunity to start your Nordic career and reimagine your future in Päijät-Häme

Contract

full-time, permanent position with 38 hours 15 minutes per week working time

Prior to licencing

A basic monthly, full-time salary of a carer ( 2040,15 €/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 2689,83€/ month before taxes & social constibutions (*please, see above).

Additional compensation

for inconvenient working hours (evenings, weekends, nights, holidays & overtime) and vacation time which are paid on top of the basic monthly salary if and when applicable. Part of the holiday bonus is tradable for additional vacation days. 

Vacations

Minimum 28 days per year starting after the first full working year acting as basis for calculations.

Healthcare & insurances

Healthcare, insurances, unemployment & retirement fees and benefits are included

E-pass benefit card

is the key to the employee benefits: discounts and personal monthly amount to use in different services. Yearly value is between 200€ to 400€. 

Commuting benefit

Financial support for a company bicycle (1 200€/year, for no more than 3 years in total.)

Family-friendly workplace

A member of the Family-Friendly Workplace program of the Population Foundation of Finland

Sick-child care service

Possibility to use sick child care services

Life-long learning

Possibility for regular coaching and training

Induction period

Induction to your new tasks and responsibilities when you start working



 





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

Qualifications

We check that your qualifications match the requirements 

Records

We guide in application of different records and manage the translation process

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 Päijät-Häme (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

Recognition

Support  for your recognition of qualifications process during your training program

Translations

Check of documents, stamps & management of the entire translation process, including sworn translations

Relocation

Home finding & other 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

Financial support

Help & assistance to apply for any available financial support, uch as the Targeted Mobility Schemes -support

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

Barchelors or Masters level degree from Nursing from an EU/EEA - area educational institution (2005/36/EU) and Registered Nursing -status

Records

A clean Criminal Record & Record of Good Standing as required by the Finnish Law

Experience

Preferrably 3 years of previous work experience as registered professional

Attitude

An independent & responsible attitude, with good communication & team working skills 

Commitment to training

Commitment to a free-of-charge language training program, and to study a minimum 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

 fluent English language skills. 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 (SPA: +34 654 07 1241)
Alexia (GRE: +30 694 45 68328)

      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!  

       
       
      This project is done in collaboration with the Finnish Ministry of Employment, the North-Savo Centre of Economic Development, Transport and the Environment, the Wellbeing Services county of Päijät-Häme & BBi Nordics.
      The Swedish EURES Targeted Mobility Schemes project is funded by the European Commission.

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