Facts about the unit:

The Bjørkelunden unit is located in the new care center in Hov, which opened in June 2021. The unit has a total of 24 beds. The Bjørkelunden unit has 16 beds for people with dementia and 8 beds currently occupied by people with disabilities. We have our own sensory garden and modern facilities in a brand-new building. We utilize assistive technology and place a strong emphasis on professional expertise and the development of our services. We collaborate with SAM-AKS and have set aside time for weekly TID reflection sessions on a rotating basis.For us, working according to the principles of person-centered care is just as important as having strong somatic assessment skills.  If you’re like us, you find that geriatric nursing offers the greatest professional challenges!The most important thing for our department is that you have a strong professional interest in the field and enjoy working in a community-oriented setting with people with dementia and individuals with disabilities.

Job Details:

Our new building offers many opportunities related to assistive technology and exciting ways of working. We collaborate with Sykehuset Innlandet Sanderud and use assessment tools via SAM-AKS. If you’re passionate about nursing, it’s worth taking a few extra minutes to consider a job with us. Here, you’ll be able to apply the full range of your professional knowledge and also provide long-term care for residents with varying disease progression, diagnoses, and care needs. The position involves a two-part shift schedule with night and evening shifts, working every fourth weekend or more frequently if you wish. The position is available immediately.Third-year nursing students who are expected to receive their license by this summer are also encouraged to apply.

Bjørkelunden is an exciting and challenging workplace, and we are looking for employees who:

• Are a registered nurse, a psychiatric nurse, specialty nurse, or have other relevant healthcare education
• Are up to date professionally and can handle an active and rapidly changing workday
• Enjoy working with various procedures
• Nursing technical tasks, specimen collection, and responsibility for doctor’s visits
• Are committed to working according to the principles of person-centered care and the use of assistive technology in our services
• Remains calm when interacting with patients and their families during the final stages of life
• Can work independently, but also as a team player
• Can mentor and train staff and students
• Act as a driving force for an inclusive and positive work environment
• Responsible for nursing observations, interventions, and follow-up of patients in collaboration with colleagues in the department.
• Organize and coordinate services together with patients, and ensure that patient participation is upheld
• Collaborate across disciplines with primary care physicians, family members, and other municipal agencies
• Participate in discussions with physicians
• Share responsibility for rational and professionally sound resource management
• Be a driving force for the development of new methods and the testing/implementation of changes.

Requirements:

• Must be a licensed nurse or social care worker
• Additional education may be considered if relevant to the position
• Good oral and written communication skills in Norwegian

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced training in geriatrics, palliative care, clinical nursing, environmental therapy, or other relevant advanced training
• Professional experience, as well as experience in similar positions, will be considered
• Familiar with the use of relevant IT tools, preferably with experience in the Gerica and Gat systems.
• Knowledge of the relevant legislation for this service area

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply regardless of gender, ethnic background, religion, disability, or age.

Personal qualities:

• Is organized, responsible, and decisive
• Has good communication and collaboration skills, works independently, takes initiative, and finds creative solutions
• Interest and expertise in geriatrics and dementia
• Ability to work independently and possess strong collaboration skills
• Skilled at communicating and building relationships with colleagues, patients, and family members
• Possess strong skills in prioritizing tasks and working efficiently
• Be positive, willing to persevere through change processes, and be a good team player
• Be a good team player focused on achieving results by bringing out the best in each other
• We require professional dedication, that you take responsibility and fulfill that responsibility. Ability to plan and execute
• Strong technical nursing skills
• Ability to handle stress and maintain a high work capacity
• Relevant work experience will be emphasized
• Empathy and strong caregiving skills
• Initiative and the ability to maintain enthusiasm and composure even in difficult situations
• Be adaptable; we need a specialized nurse who is capable of innovative thinking and is loyal to the employer
• A positive attitude toward work
• Flexibility
• Innovative and development-oriented
• Personal suitability will be emphasized

We offer:

• The position is subject to standard municipal terms and conditions in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, and collective agreements, including provisions regarding vacation.
• College supplement for a 3-year degree: NOK 24,000 for a full-time position
• College degree supplement for a 4-year degree: NOK 29,000 for a full-time position
• Good pension plan through KLP.
• Cafeteria
• 6-month probationary period for all positions.
• In the event of internal promotions, the pool of applicants may be used to fill any other vacant positions.

Additional information:

Please submit your application electronically via our website: www.sondre-land.kommune.no

• A valid police clearance certificate in accordance with Section 5-4, first paragraph, of the Health and Care Services Act. See Section 20a, second paragraph, of the Health Personnel Act; this must be submitted before starting work.
• Before starting work, a self-declaration regarding tuberculosis, MRSA, and measles must be submitted in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Applicants with foreign education must have approval from the Norwegian Directorate for Higher Education and Competence (HK-dir) in order to be hired for a permanent position. 
• Certified copies of diplomas and certificates must be presented at the interview and upon request.

Exceptions to public disclosure must be justifiedSøndre Land 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 are required to be granted an exemption, cf. the Public Administration Act § 25. Interviews will take place in week 31
Link to the application form: Apply here