I 19 Seeking Registered Nurse for Service with Healthcare Unit in FLF FIN

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Right now the Swedish Armed Forces is growing, developing, and expanding. The Swedish Armed Forces is an important part of our democratic society and a guarantee that we can live our lives in peace and freedom. Norrbotten Regiment, I 19, is one of Sweden's largest regiments. I 19 is tasked with producing combat units for the Norrbotten Brigade, NmekB 19. The units specialize in offensive operations in subarctic environments and use, among other things, Combat Vehicle 90 and Main Battle Tank 122. FLF FIN (Forward Land Forces Finland) NmekB 19 and 191. Pbat will, from 2026, be primarily focused on operating and serving with a force within the multinational force to FLF Finland. As an employee of NmekB 19 and Boden Garrison, you can be part of a historic mission for the garrison, the Norrbotten Brigade, the Swedish Armed Forces, and Sweden within the framework of NATO. Current planning indicates that the majority of the force contribution will be stationed in Boden and conduct operations within the framework of NmekB 19 and FLF FIN in both Sweden and Finland. Job Duties A nurse shall, based on the patient's individual needs and medical condition, independently and with limited resources, treat and care for injured, sick, and exhausted individuals. The position also involves following medical prescriptions, sometimes under stressful working conditions, with the aim of saving lives or providing care for sick and injured persons. Common duties for a nurse in a healthcare unit: Perform resuscitation according to ABCDE Provide nursing care to injured and sick individuals. Carry out prescribed medical orders. Triage and prioritize among sick and injured. Manage the healthcare unit's medications and medical equipment, maintain the equipment, and ensure that medical supplies are always available. Prepare patients for transport and handoff to another unit. In addition, the nurse performs patient administrative work, both independently and in collaboration with others. The work includes resource planning, patient documentation, use of reporting systems, and triage (sorting and prioritization) of patients. Daily work includes exercises to prepare for acute patient care situations. The professional role includes combat training so that you can protect and defend your own unit and patients. As a nurse, you should be able to undergo continuous professional development. All activities are conducted in accordance with the Health and Medical Care Act. Qualifications REQUIREMENTS Registered nurse (legitimerad sjuksköterska) Minimum two years of clinical experience Military training, at least completed Basic Soldier Training (GSU). Defense medical internal training. Class B driver's license. Approved medical and physical tests according to Swedish Armed Forces requirement profile. Personal Qualities You should be able to work well in a team but also independently and under difficult physical and psychological conditions. You are a good problem solver with strong analytical skills. You should have a desire to develop yourself and others. Great emphasis will be placed on personal suitability. MERIT QUALIFICATIONS Military basic training equivalent to mandatory military service Previous work within the Swedish Armed Forces Completed MTRB, MTRA, Prehospital hypothermia, phlebotomy, and acute transfusion Military driving license LPTG, heavy truck Experience from prehospital work or disaster medicine work Compensation for Participation in FLF FIN for I 19 Compensation according to Swedish Armed Forces collective agreement regarding working hours and mobility (official travel). This may change if a new agreement concerning overseas service is concluded between the parties. The battalion task force is in continuous operational readiness 1–3 days during the readiness period. For the operational readiness, you are compensated according to the collective agreement, currently 5,500 kronor per month. The parts of the unit that are placed on standby under NATO command are also covered by an additional time-limited salary increase of 5,500 kr/month during the readiness period. Total monthly compensation for those placed on standby under NATO command thus amounts to 11,000 kr in addition to base salary. You are expected to complete approximately 35–40 Swedish Armed Forces days per six-month period, with the majority conducted in Finland. Other Information Employment Type: There is an opportunity for a permanent position, but also a fixed-term employment only during the readiness period. The Swedish Armed Forces applies a six-month probationary period for those not employed by the agency. Employment Level: Full-time Work Location: Boden Start Date: By agreement Information about the Position During the first phase of FLF, there will be extensive competency assessments and exercises. During the later phase of FLF, there are opportunities to do other work while remaining on standby. This could be as support to our Medical School, our Defense Health, or clinical service with the region according to individual agreement. Information about the Recruitment Process All candidates considered for the position must undergo suitability assessment, tests, and security vetting interviews. Selection and appointment take place on an ongoing basis, and we would appreciate receiving your application as soon as possible. For additional information about the position and recruitment, contact [email protected] Union Representatives – contact via 0921-34 80 00 Officersförbundet, Janne Almgren Försvarsförbundet, Annelie Forshage SEKO-F, Susanne Thunberg SACO, Björn Astermo Welcome to submit your application by 2026-08-10. I 19 is one of Sweden's largest regiments with operations in Boden, Kiruna, Tåme, and Grubbnäsudden/Lomben. The regiment's headquarters and command are located in Boden. The regiment's primary mission is to build combat units, and over the next few years, I 19 will progressively develop the new Norrbotten Brigade. By 2028, the regiment should be able to train, supply, and mobilize the entire brigade including the associated functional units; command, field operations, air defense, and logistics. Conscript training is conducted at the Norrbotten Armor Battalion, which is responsible for training and maintaining units for the Norrbotten Brigade. Employment with us involves placement in a security classification. Swedish citizenship is usually required. A security vetting with record check will be conducted before employment according to Chapter 3 of the Security Protection Act. Employment includes an obligation to be placed in wartime position. Employment also includes an obligation to serve abroad. The meaning of this varies depending on the type of position. A CV and personal letter must be attached to the job application. If you proceed in the employment process, certified copies of grades and certificates must always be presented.

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Type

job

Status

active

Visibility

public

City

Boden

GPS

65.827086623593, 21.645345972493copyopen in

Email

[email protected]

Phone

0921-34 80 00

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Published

5. 6. 2026

Edited

21. 6. 2026

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