About this role
In Region Kronoberg, we are 6,500 individuals working for the best interests of the people of Kronoberg – every day! We are responsible for healthcare, public transport, regional development, and culture in the county. Our goal is for our employees to thrive, grow in their professional roles, and have the ability to influence their workday.
Welcome to the area of psychiatry, rehabilitation, and habilitation! Our mission is to provide all residents of Kronoberg County with specialized psychiatric care, rehabilitation, and habilitation. Care is to be delivered in collaboration with other actors both within and outside Region Kronoberg, with a focus on a cohesive care chain and patient participation. We aim to create favorable conditions for our patients to receive the right care and treatment from the best possible expertise.
Adult general psychiatry is organized into specialized outpatient units where collaboration with inpatient care is strong. We work to ensure that care is close to the patient and person-centered. General Psychiatry Unit 3 is an outpatient clinic located in Ljungby. Our mission is to provide specialist psychiatric care, primarily for patients with recurrent depression, bipolar disorder, personality disorders, complicated anxiety disorders, neuropsychiatric issues, and patients at risk of suicide.
We are currently seeking a nurse for our unit in Ljungby.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
At the clinic, nurses and specialist nurses work alongside other professional categories such as doctors, psychologists, psychotherapists, caregivers, occupational therapists, social workers, and medical secretaries. Here, we work cross-professionally around our patients and value collegial support.
With us, you will work both independently and as part of a team around the patient. You will have the role of a primary care contact, responsible for coordination, planning, and collaboration with the patient's network. You will regularly participate in treatment conferences and will also have individual conversations with patients, provide counseling via TeleQ/1177, and have the opportunity to conduct educational sessions for various patient groups. We also have a mission to strengthen and support the role of relatives.
In addition, you will receive internal supervision and the opportunity for mentorship during your first year. We operate during daytime hours on weekdays without weekends, with options for flexible hours and remote work.
QUALIFICATIONS
We are looking for a licensed nurse with a genuine interest in caring for individuals with mental health issues. We prefer that you have specialist training or that you aim to further your education in psychiatric nursing in the future. Region Kronoberg can facilitate this through educational employment opportunities and training in Motivational Interviewing (MI) or CBT Level 1.
We seek someone who enjoys their role as a nurse and is engaged and confident in taking an active role in assessing and following up on patients' care needs. You have an easy time understanding others' situations, listening, and comprehending, and you thrive in collaboration with others while being open to different perspectives to maintain focus on the common goal. We see that you have the ability to suggest improvements and implement solutions in a structured and efficient manner. We are committed to a good work environment and therefore seek someone who wants to contribute to this through a sense of responsibility and a positive approach.
Great importance is placed on personal suitability. It is beneficial if you have a driver's license. Before an employment offer is made, an acceptable extract from the police criminal record must be presented.
Does this sound interesting? We warmly welcome your application!
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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