Nurses for the Psychiatric Emergency Department

Psychiatric Emergency Department in Västmanland: Nurse Position At the psychiatric emergency department in Västmanland, you'll meet people during life's most challenging moments and make a real difference. Work alongside committed and experienced colleagues in an environment focused on collaboration, safety, and professional development. Here, you'll utilize your full competence, grow in your role, and contribute to psychiatric care when it's most needed. We warmly welcome your application! Job Responsibilities As a nurse at the psychiatric emergency department, you'll join a workplace where you can develop alongside an experienced team and grow with your tasks. Your work will involve conducting initial patient assessments in close collaboration with physicians. Telephone counseling is also part of your role, clarifying care needs and recommending appropriate care levels. Workplace Overview The Psychiatric Emergency Department in Västerås is part of the highly specialized care at Västmanland Hospital, with a county-wide mandate. The service area covers approximately 300,000 inhabitants and receives around 5,000 patients annually. We operate with a close, team-based approach involving nurses, care assistants, physicians, and unit managers. Benefits We offer: • A role with significant importance in our operations • A workplace that encourages ideas and development participation • Customized introduction program • Opportunities for professional development • Flexible working hours • Free gym access • 3,000 SEK annual wellness allowance Qualifications Requirements: • Registered nurse • Psychiatric nursing specialty preferred • Previous psychiatric care experience beneficial • Motivational Interviewing training is a plus • Excellent Swedish communication skills • Knowledge of Cosmic journal system is advantageous We seek a confident nurse with: • Genuine interest in human psychology • Strong empathy • Ability to remain calm in acute situations • Excellent collaboration skills • Positive attitude • Willingness to engage in development work Employment Terms Permanent full-time position Day/evening/weekend shifts Start date by agreement Application Deadline: November 23, 2025 Application Process: • Submit CV and relevant certificates • Complete additional selection questions • No cover letter required Interviews will be conducted digitally via Teams in weeks 48-49. About Region Västmanland We are 7,000 employees across 300 different professions, responsible for healthcare, public transport, culture, and more. We are driven by creating a better society, developing solutions, and meeting people where they are. We reserve the right to request a police register extract before employment offer. We do not accept recruitment service sales.