Practical Nurse, Summer Job 2026, Home Care, Jokivarrentiimi, Tornio - Lapin hyvinvointialue - Tornio, Finland

In the north, work and life go hand in hand. At the Lapland Welfare Area, you will become part of a close-knit work community where tasks are carried out regardless of titles and with a shared commitment. The stunning nature of Lapland, unique landscapes, and opportunities for career development provide memorable moments. We offer space and support so you can follow a path that suits you. Welcome to join us at Jokivarrentiimi in Tornio! We are looking for practical nurses for summer positions from June 1 to August 31, 2026. Home care is provided either in the client’s home or through remote visits, tailored individually according to the client’s needs and a service and care plan. Through home care services, we support the client’s own resources and functional capacity in a multidisciplinary manner, enabling high-quality, safe, and meaningful living at home. The clients are mainly elderly individuals whose health requires special attention and multidisciplinary care. Practical nurses are part of a multidisciplinary team where everyone’s contribution is valued. Team members and the immediate supervisor will support you in adapting to the new work community. As a practical nurse, your role involves guiding and assisting clients with basic care, supporting daily activities with a rehabilitative approach that encourages the client’s own resources. You will act as the client’s own nurse, perform RAI assessments, and evaluate the client’s functional capacity together with the team. The work also includes meeting elderly clients, planning, implementing, and evaluating care, and organizing support services in collaboration with the team when needed. The variety and independence of the work make it meaningful. WHAT CAN YOU EXPECT FROM US? Work with value - The opportunity to do truly impactful work in Lapland’s largest and most diverse work community. - Responsibility and freedom to develop your own job description and career. Genuine community - A supportive and caring work environment where colleagues’ support is close every day. - An open atmosphere that values everyone’s voice. Lapland daily rhythm and life quality - The possibility to combine work and life in a way that feels truly good. After work, nature experiences are right at your doorstep. What does working in this role require? - Practical nurse qualification or equivalent, and registration with JulkiTerhikki and/or JulkiSuosikki (Licensing and Supervision Authority). - A driver’s license and the possibility to use your own car. What do we see as your advantage? Bring an enthusiastic attitude to work, a desire to develop yourself, and courage to take on new challenges. We value good teamwork skills, independence, and a responsible work approach. We want you to be yourself, as we believe in people. Employment terms are governed by the SOTE agreement. The position includes a 1-month probation period. For vaccination protection, we follow the legal requirements for vaccination against infectious diseases. Before starting, the selected candidate must present a criminal record extract relevant for working with elderly persons, in accordance with law 741/2023, section 28. Apply for the position via Kuntarekry by June 15, 2026, at 15:00! We only process applications filled out in Finnish, as it is also our working language. Please keep this in mind when applying.