Nursing Assistant to Orthopedic Acute and Trauma Unit 37, USÖ

Our unit at USÖ consists of a care ward, an orthopedic outpatient clinic, and part of our regional secretariat. The care ward has beds for our acute and trauma patients with a strong focus on highly specialized spine and pelvis surgery, as well as elective spine, foot, and hand surgery. Currently, the unit has 21 acute beds and 7 elective beds Monday-Friday. In addition to these care beds, we operate specialized light care beds that are staffed entirely by our competent nursing assistants. To ensure optimized care for ortho-geriatric patients, a geriatrician works on the unit Monday-Friday. The care is rehabilitation-focused with strong emphasis on collaboration with all professions in the team and other units that contribute to comprehensive patient care. This is a perfect opportunity to develop your knowledge and gain broad experience and competence. We offer individualized orientation and subsequent mentorship so you get a safe and good start with us. After that, you have excellent opportunities for development with support from your colleagues and supervisors. We offer not only exciting and fun work, we also have a very pleasant group of colleagues who will welcome you warmly. Want to know more about who we are? Check out our Instagram account @Trauma37an Job Responsibilities Standard nursing assistant duties on a care ward, involving both independent patient care work and teamwork. The role also includes blood sampling and other medical-technical procedures. Qualifications We welcome you if you are a trained nursing assistant, preferably with a focus on acute care according to the previous program structure, or trained within the current program structure. To assess employability, grades from your care education and proof from the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare regarding protected professional title must be included in your application. Experience in acute care, pre- and postoperative care is desirable but not required. Great emphasis will be placed on personal qualities. Application Interviews may take place on a rolling basis. Your application should include CV, personal letter, grades from completed care courses, and any proof from the Swedish National Board of Health and Welfare regarding protected professional title. Other certificates, grades, diplomas, etc., should be provided at a possible interview. If you are or have previously been employed by Region Örebro County, we will obtain internal references from your current or former supervisor if you become a candidate for employment. Background checks from the Police Authority may be conducted according to current legislation. As an employee of Region Örebro County, you are covered by secure collective agreements. Read more about terms and benefits. We set salaries individually and differentiated. Read more about salary and salary statistics. We war-position our permanent employees and in some cases also fixed-term employees. Read more about what this means. About the Organization The orthopedic and hand surgery business area conducts university healthcare and clinical research at the county's three hospitals: University Hospital Örebro, Karlskoga Hospital, and Lindsberg Hospital. The business area provides care in all orthopedic fields including highly specialized care. The area is undergoing extensive restructuring to improve accessibility, quality, and cost-effectiveness. The establishment of a clinical research unit is an important part of this development work. University Hospital Örebro (USÖ) is one of the county's three acute hospitals where we conduct advanced healthcare, research, and education. In both 2020 and 2019, USÖ received the prestigious award from Dagens Medicin magazine: Best University Hospital. USÖ won in the most significant category of medical quality, had the best results in accessibility, economy, and in preventing pressure ulcers and overcrowding. USÖ also ranks highest in cardiology, kidney failure, and vascular surgery. USÖ has approximately 3,500 employees. Those of us who work here are very proud of our hospital and build our work on collaboration, development, and professionalism. Region Örebro County is one of the largest employers in the county. Together with 11,000 colleagues, you can create a better life for those we exist to serve. Here you'll find meaningful and socially important jobs where you can make a difference in residents' daily lives, health, and quality of life. Around the clock, year-round, we are responsible for healthcare, dental care, and the county's public transport. We also have regional development responsibility in the county and a mission to contribute to cultural life. Additional Information Welcome with your application! We have done our part in this recruitment and therefore decline offers of advertising and recruitment assistance related to this position.

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