Summer Job, Orthopedic Nurse, Orthopedic Clinic, Jönköping

The role as a nurse

Orthopedic Clinic is seeking summer substitutes for ward A and the outpatient department. Ward A treats patients with acute orthopedic injuries and illnesses that require treatment, and this ward remains open during the summer.
The clinic also has ward B where patients undergoing planned surgeries are treated, but this ward is closed during the summer.
If you work on ward A, you will manage medications, documentation, and medical equipment. You will be responsible for nursing care, pre- and postoperative care, patient mobilization, and care and monitoring of patients with epidural catheters, blocks, and patient-controlled analgesia.
Your work hours will include days, evenings, and weekends.At the orthopedic outpatient department, patients with musculoskeletal pain are assessed. Follow-up care is also provided for patients treated for fractures.
Working hours at the orthopedic outpatient department are during daytime on weekdays.

Your future workplace

Ortopedic Clinic at Ryhov County Hospital is the largest orthopedic clinic in Jönköping County. We provide treatment, care, and rehabilitation for orthopedic conditions. The clinic is divided into general orthopedics and spinal surgery (neuroorthopedic center). We work for quality, competence, and respect in all encounters.
Around 150 people work at the orthopedic clinic. Here, you will work in an exciting environment that is constantly evolving. You will be part of a team with nursing assistants, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and physicians, where we value each other's knowledge and have a good sense of community.
Learn more about the orthopedic clinic at Ryhov County Hospital as a workplace: Orthopedic Clinic at Ryhov County Hospital as a workplace, Region Jönköping County

Your profile

We are looking for licensed nurses or those graduating by June 2025.
To thrive with us, you need to adapt to new circumstances, take responsibility for your work, have good judgment, work in a structured manner, have a positive attitude, good teamwork abilities, a professional approach, clear communication skills, and maintain composure in stressful situations. Personal suitability is highly valued.

Our offer to you

We offer a summer job that will enhance your competence and experience in nursing. We understand the challenges of starting out and will do our best to ensure you feel safe, excited, and prepared for your summer job with us. Before starting work, you will receive a regional introduction for all summer substitutes and a thorough introduction at the orthopedic clinic based on your needs and experiences.
For those continuing employment after the summer, you will have the opportunity to participate in one of the best introduction and development programs for newly graduated nurses in Sweden – RIU. The program includes 20 full days over eight months with lectures, internships, and reflections. RIU allows you to meet other nurses in the same situation to exchange experiences and provide mutual support.
As an employee in Region Jönköping County, you will have access to our employment benefits. Some enhance your security, while others add a little extra to your everyday life. Certain benefits apply regardless of your employment status, while others depend on your work hours and duration. Learn more about our benefits here: Benefits

Do you have questions?

If you have questions, feel free to contact:

• Sandra Karlsson, Head of Nursing, Orthopedic Ward, 010-242 15 52
• Jenny Thureson, Head of Nursing, Orthopedic Ward, 010-242 18 63
• Helén Gustavsson, Deputy Head of Nursing, Orthopedic Ward, 010-242 59 79
• Catarina Norheim, Unit Manager, Orthopedic Outpatient Department, 010-242 15 15
• Helena Dovier, Recruitment Specialist, Staffing Unit, 010-242 11 47

We welcome calls from those interested in the job, but we decline calls from those selling ads or recruitment services.

Our recruitment process

As selections, interviews, and placements are ongoing, we ask you to submit your application as soon as possible, no later than 28th February 2025.
Please include any internships and work experience in your application. It is crucial to attach your degree certificate. If you have not yet completed your studies, attach an official transcript showing completed courses. If you have a verbal agreement for a summer job with a manager at the orthopedic clinic at Ryhov County Hospital, specify that person's name in your application.
We look forward to receiving your application!
Learn more about Region Jönköping County's recruitment process on our website: Our recruitment process, Region Jönköping County