Practical Nurse for Health Care Ward

The position is a fixed-term role for a practical nurse at a short-stay health care ward, with a 10-bed unit designed for short-term care, rehabilitation, and nursing needs. The ward also includes a home hospital service. The nurse will work as part of an interdisciplinary team and utilize broad practical nursing skills in patient care. Three-shift work is required. The contract runs until 30 March 2027. We require a social and health care vocational degree with licensure as a practical nurse; if suitable applicants are not found, we may consider students near completion. A vaccination certificate under subsection 48 of the Communicable Diseases Act may be required. We offer onboarding, a collegial and supportive environment, and opportunities for professional growth. Salary is determined by the private health care sector collective agreement. Applications close 9 October 2026 and work begins as soon as a suitable candidate is found. For more information contact: Arja Mourujärvi or Marianne Niemelä.

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