Practical Nurse

The job opening is for practical nurses in a private care home for elderly residents in Oulu. The caregiver provides resident-centred care to support daily functioning, wellbeing and independence, carries out medication-related tasks, encourages residents to participate in activities and outdoor events, and collaborates with the team to plan and document care. The role involves creating a safe, homely daily routine together with the team. Work is on a temporary full-time basis with a fast start, and there is also opportunity for on-call shifts. The assignment follows the private social services collective agreement; base salary for a practical nurse depends on experience and is 2493.06–2719.93 €/month (as of 1 Sept 2026). To apply you should have a valid nursing qualification, medicine handling licenses, a hygienic certificate, and vaccination protection under infectious disease legislation, plus good Finnish language skills (B1). A criminal record excerpt is required. A supportive team, thorough onboarding, and flexible arrangements are provided, along with benefits such as Epassi perks and Mehiläinen occupational health care. The employer invites applicants to apply by 6 Sept 2026 via the system and indicates contact person for questions.