Nurse – Surgical Ward (Orthopaedics, Urology, ENT)

About the role

Sykehuset Telemark is looking for nurses for its surgical ward on the 6th floor, which treats patients in orthopaedics, urology and ear-nose-throat surgery. The work combines planned admissions with emergency care, and the ward is organised in two groups of about five nurses per shift, each responsible for a defined patient group. Two full-time and one part-time (75%) permanent positions are available; more openings may arise during the recruitment process.

Key responsibilities

• Pre- and postoperative nursing care
• Clinical observations and assessments
• Group leader function and gradual introduction to group leadership
• Helping patients recover and mobilise
• Multidisciplinary teamwork and mentoring students

Required profile

• Norwegian authorisation as a nurse
• Spoken and written Norwegian at a level sufficient for professional work
• Hospital experience is an advantage but not required
• Ability to work independently, accurately and in a varied, sometimes hectic pace

What we offer

• Structured training and close follow-up from a specialist nurse
• Broad development in orthopaedics, urology and ENT
• Inclusive workplace with good welfare, pension and insurance schemes through KLP
• Wish roster