Nurse with Dialysis Experience for a University Hospital in Western Sweden

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A modern, high-technology, and well-established university hospital in Western Sweden is currently seeking a registered nurse with dialysis experience or a strong interest in working within dialysis care to join its outpatient dialysis unit.

This is an opportunity to work in advanced hospital care within a structured, team-oriented, and academically driven environment.

About the Role

You will work in an outpatient hemodialysis unit that treats both chronic and acute renal patients. The department combines advanced medical technology with patient-centered nursing care in a structured and team-oriented environment.

The unit consists of 16 dialysis stations and provides treatment for both chronic and acute patients. You will work in close collaboration with registered nurses and assistant nurses, following a shift schedule that includes daytime, evening shifts, and every fourth weekend.

You will receive an 8-week structured introduction program, supervision from an experienced nurse, and continued mentorship after the initial onboarding period.

The hospital is one of Sweden’s leading university hospitals, delivering highly specialized care and working according to evidence-based clinical standards. Starting salary for a newly graduated nurse is SEK 29,500 per month. A nurse with approximately 3 years of experience earns around SEK 33,000 per month, with 5 years of experience around SEK 39,000, and with 10 years of experience around SEK 43,000 per month.

Requirements:

• Hold a valid nursing authorization from an EU country
• Dialysis experience is an advantage
• Motivation to work within dialysis care
• Good communication skills in english
• Strong motivation to learn Swedish to C1 level
• Strong motivation to move and work in Sweden

Language and Licensing Process

To support long-term integration into the Swedish healthcare system, the process is structured as follows:

• Swedish language training provided (from English)
• Relocation begins once level B2 is achieved
• At B2 level: employment as a nursing assistant (approx. 50%) combined with continued Swedish studies
• At C1 level: application for Swedish nursing license
• Upon approval: official recognition as Registered Nurse in Sweden

Living and working in western Sweden

Western Sweden offers a high quality of life and a balanced lifestyle. The region combines vibrant city life with easy access to coastline, archipelago, forests, and lakes.

The area is known for:

• Safe and well-organized communities
• Strong public healthcare and infrastructure
• International academic and research environment
• Good work-life balance

This position is suitable for a nurse seeking long-term professional development within dialysis care while relocating to a stable and well-structured Scandinavian healthcare system.

We look forward to receiving your application!

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