Job Description:

Are you passionate about cancer care and home health care? Do you want a rewarding workday that’s easy and enjoyable, and do you value a good work environment? Then a position with us might be just the thing for you!

The workplace is located at the Nordbyen Care Center, which also houses two nursing home units for people with dementia, a shared living community for people with dementia, day activity programs, and a café. 
The Nordbyen Home Care Service consists of approximately 24 full-time equivalents and is tasked with providing health and care services to people living at home.

We are looking for a professionally dedicated specialized nurse to join our team in the mobile home care service.

As our cancer liaison, you will have overall responsibility for following up with cancer patients in our organization; 20% of the position is dedicated to this responsibility. You will also be part of the municipality’s network of cancer liaisons, led by the municipal cancer coordinator. The network holds regular meetings focused on professional development, sharing experiences, and reflection.  

The position currently involves a two-part rotation with work every third weekend

Qualifications:

• Licensed as a nurse.
• Further education and/or experience, or a desire for further education, in cancer care or palliative care. 
• Good general understanding of ICT systems; Gjøvik Municipality uses the ICT programs Gerica, Gat, Visma, EQS, and Teams.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills. Strong oral and written communication skills in Norwegian.
• Class B driver’s license.
• Valid police clearance certificate.

Personal qualities:

• A strong sense of professional pride and a commitment to providing excellent services on behalf of the employer.
• Trustworthy qualities such as respect, honesty, teamwork, and a willingness to contribute to the department’s goals.
• Ability to adapt, think innovatively, and be flexible.
• Strong ability to prioritize tasks and work efficiently.
• Motivated by independent work, but also able to contribute effectively when collaborating with others.
• Personal suitability, commitment, and a solution-focused approach are highly valued.

We offer:

• A varied workday.
• A well-organized workplace with a focus on order.
• Great colleagues who are driving forces behind social initiatives.
• A positive work environment.
• An organization focused on local labor-management cooperation and systematic, preventive health, safety, and environmental (HSE) work.
• Opportunities for continuing education in accordance with Gjøvik Municipality’s guidelines.
• Competitive loan and insurance plans through KLP.
  
• Free parking.

Exceptions to public disclosure must be justified:

Gjøvik Municipality practices a policy of greater transparency, cf. the Public Administration Act § 11.

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