The Biri Care Center was built in 2021 and is a beautiful building equipped with modern technology. The care center houses a nursing home, a shared living community, specialized services, home care services, and daytime activities for seniors. There is also a café open to everyone—a place designed to foster a sense of community in the local area. The care center is centrally located between Gjøvik, Lillehammer, and Hamar.  Biri Nursing Home consists of 16 beds for patients in the long-term somatic care unit. The facility operates with 16 full-time equivalents and has approximately 50 employees, including permanent staff and temporary workers. At Biri Nursing Home, we have a positive and inclusive work environment. We strive for an environment characterized by a high degree of collaboration, a positive atmosphere, and expertise, where we work together to find solutions that are in the best interest of our patients. We are looking for a healthcare assistant who wants to contribute to this and who can also help identify new solutions for our services. The position is a 50% permanent position, currently requiring work every other weekend. Other arrangements involving weekend work may be made. Job Responsibilities:

• Safeguard the patient’s needs and rights in collaboration with the patient and their family.
• Documentation in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and guidelines.
• Observations and assessment of health status.
• Performing professional procedures.
• Fulfilling various roles and responsibilities. 
• Administering medications in accordance with applicable procedures.
• Providing guidance and instruction to colleagues, trainees, and students as needed.

Qualifications:

• Valid license as a healthcare worker. 
• Strong communication skills in Norwegian, both oral and written, will be emphasized in relation to the patient population.
• A commitment to and interest in caring for individuals who require close care and support over the long term is a prerequisite.
• Ability to work independently.
• General ICT skills.
• Initiative and interest in professional development. Openness to trying out new ways of working.
• Personal suitability and relevant work experience will be emphasized.
• A valid police clearance certificate is required.

We offer:

• Dedicated and professionally skilled colleagues.
• Necessary training in procedures, guidelines, and IT systems.
• Opportunities for continuing education in accordance with Gjøvik Municipality’s guidelines.
• Terms of employment in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements.
• Pension plan through KLP.

Does this sound like the right fit for you? Then we look forward to hearing from you!

Exceptions to public disclosure must be justified:Gjøvik Municipality practices a policy of greater transparency, cf. Section 11 of the Public Administration Act. This means that all applicants are listed on a public applicant list. Special circumstances must exist to be granted an exemption, cf. the Public Administration Act § 25. Application:All applications must be submitted electronically via our application system.We strive for a diverse work environment and encourage all qualified individuals to apply, regardless of gender, ethnic background, religion, disability, or age.
Link to the application form: Apply here