Health and Coping Services in Hamar Municipality are evolving in response to new responsibilities and to meet changes in the population’s needs, medical advancements, and new tools. The Health and Coping Service aims to facilitate greater coping for users and provide high-quality services to those who need them. It is important for both the individual and society to utilize the resources, abilities, and opportunities that residents themselves possess to manage their daily lives.

The Unit for Rehabilitation, Intake, and Palliative Care provides services to adults and older adults living at home. The field represented by the unit is a key contributor to the effort to shift the professional focus of services toward early intervention and self-management.

The unit is multidisciplinary, comprising nurses, skilled care workers, physical therapists, and occupational therapists, and is tasked with providing interdisciplinary assessment and follow-up/rehabilitation for adults and older adults who have, or are at risk of developing, limitations in their physical, mental, or social functioning. Part of the team assists patients in the final stages of life. The team is divided into three groups: an intake/intervention team, a rehabilitation team, and a palliative care team. The team is currently based at Prestrud Center and Finsal Center. This position is in the palliative care team.

We welcome your application!

If you start working with us and move to Hamar, you’ll have the opportunity to apply for a starter loan to purchase a home in the municipality of Hamar. This allows you to borrow 100% of the purchase price without any down payment.

Hamar Municipality has its own pay scale for nurses, social care workers, specialized nurses, and specialized social care workers who work night shifts, which provides an additional NOK 35,000 above the guaranteed salary under the main collective bargaining agreement.

Job Responsibilities

• Professional nursing care and comprehensive patient responsibility
• Observation, clinical assessments, and medication management
• Collaboration with family members and other professional groups
• Documenting in the Gerica system
• Contributing to quality improvement and sound professional practices
• Mentoring colleagues and students
• Contributing to collaboration within an interdisciplinary team

Qualifications

• Norwegian license as a registered nurse/specialty nurse
• Further education and/or experience in psychiatry for our target groups is desirable
• Strong communication skills, both written and spoken Norwegian
• Proficiency in ICT tools and an interest in welfare technology solutions
  
• Valid work and residence permits
  
• A police clearance certificate is required for all individuals providing services under Section 5-4 of the Health and Care Services Act. The certificate must be presented before starting the position.

Personal Qualities

• Puts the profession first and works in a knowledge-based manner
• Handles demanding situations with calm, professionalism, and a holistic perspective
• Wants to develop and learn new things
• Is an inclusive and positive colleague
• Good collaboration skills, flexible, independent, and responsible
• Good communication skills
• Contributes to a positive work environment
• Personal suitability will be emphasized

We offer

• A rewarding and exciting professional environment with varied work tasks
  
• Training and guidance
• Hamar Municipality is in need of nurses and offers those who wish to work and live in the municipality the opportunity to apply for a starter loan for housing. To apply, you must hold at least a 50% permanent position as a nurse, or have received a job offer that you intend to accept.
  The starter loan can only be used to purchase a home in Hamar Municipality. You do not need any down payment to qualify for the starter loan, and you can borrow 100% of the purchase price. The condition is that you must be able to repay the loan and are unable to obtain a loan from a regular bank.
  You can find more information on our website.           

Common to all employees of Hamar Municipality:

• Salary based on central and local agreements.
• Hamar Municipality is an IA-certified employer and prioritizes internal vocational rehabilitation efforts.
• For internal applicants, the percentage of full-time employment may be adjusted.
• Employees of Hamar Municipality are hired under the terms set forth in laws, regulations, and collective bargaining agreements, including membership in a pension plan in accordance with applicable agreements.
• Before starting the position, the successful candidate must provide verified information regarding tuberculosis history/status and MRSA status on a designated form attached to the job offer.

Contact Information

Britt Kristiansen, Unit Manager, Rehabilitation and Palliative Care Team, 94009024

Work Location

Finsalvegen 3
2322 Ridabu

Key Information:

Employer: Hamar Municipality

Reference No.: 5130522472
Percentage of full-time: 75%
Permanent
Application deadline: August 23, 2026