Practical Nurse
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Salary analysis
Compared with the selected benchmark ("In Lappeenranta, Finland: Practical Nurse"), this listing's salary midpoint is about 4% higher. The offer still falls within the benchmark range (€2,493–€2,901). Range-width comparison is limited because one of the salary bands is incomplete. This benchmark is based on 8 comparable listings.
| Market | Lower bound (25th percentile) | Median | Upper bound (75th percentile) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Market Average: Practical Nurse | €2,414/per month | €2,572/per month | €2,836/per month |
| In Lappeenranta, Finland: Practical Nurse | €2,493/per month | €2,831/per month | €2,901/per month |
Lähihoitaja sought for Pienniemenkadun palvelukoti in Lappeenranta. The role involves providing daily care to elderly residents in a municipal care home, working as part of a caring team, and following rehabilitative approaches. The candidate must have the social welfare and health care basic qualification (lähihoitaja/perushoitaja) and be registered in the appropriate professional register; a valid medication license from the South Karelia welfare area is required and may be pursued in the unit if needed. Applicants must be able to present a fitness statement within 30 days of selection, and vaccination protection as required by the infectious disease act (48 §). An infection-control questionnaire is used by the welfare area. A police background check under the act on background checks for elderly care workers (741/2023 §28) is required, and official identification must be presented on starting employment. A 6-month trial is required for permanent positions, while the trial may be up to half of the employment for fixed-term positions. For more information contact Katja Kiili (tel. 040 582 0121) or Noora Mensonen (tel. 040 718 7835).
Job Details
Responsibilities
- Provide daily care to elderly residents in a rehabilitation-oriented unit
- Collaborate with the team to deliver person-centered care
- Work with heart and professionalism in a responsible, rewarding role
Requirements
- Social welfare and health care basic qualification (lähihoitaja/perushoitaja) and registration in the professional register
- Valid medication license from South Karelia welfare area (Lääkelupa) and license may be confirmed in unit
- Ability to provide medical certificate of health within 30 days of selection
- Vaccination protection as required by infectious disease law (47/48 §) and infection-control questionnaire in welfare area
- Criminal background check as per the Act on background checks for elderly care workers (741/2023 §28)
- Official ID at start of employment (passport, national ID card, or equivalent)
- 6-month trial for permanent positions; for fixed-term positions trial may be up to half of the contract duration
- Apply by contacting unit supervisor Katja Kiili or team leader Noora Mensonen
Skills & Technologies
Education Level
High school
| Location | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Lappeenranta, Finland | 91 |
| Imatra, Finland | 15 |
| Joutseno, Finland | 5 |
| Parikkala, Finland | 2 |
| Ruokolahti, Finland | 2 |
| Taipalsaari, Finland | 1 |
| Rautjärvi, Finland | 1 |
| Etelä-Karjala, Finland | 1 |
| Valto Käkelän katu 1, Lappeenranta, Finland | 1 |
| Savitaipale, Finland | 1 |
| Role type | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Social Worker | 11 |
| Nurse | 9 |
| Doctor | 8 |
| Chief Physician | 7 |
| Practical Nurse | 7 |
| Human Resources Specialist | 5 |
| Dentist | 5 |
| Manager | 4 |
| Healthcare Professional | 4 |
| Healthcare Assistant | 3 |
| Dental Hygienist | 3 |
| Home Care Aide | 2 |
| Dental Nurse | 2 |
| Psychologist | 2 |
| Counselor | 2 |
| Public Health Nurse | 1 |
| Anesthesia and Intensive Care Specialist | 1 |
| Caregiver | 1 |
| Data Protection Officer | 1 |
| Customer Service Representative | 1 |
| Koulupsykologi (kaksi paikkaa) | 1 |
| Jalkaterapeutti | 1 |
| HR Service Manager | 1 |
| Psykologi lastenpsykiatria | 1 |
| Shift Supervisor | 1 |
| Data Engineer | 1 |
| Suuhygienisti, Imatran hammashoitola | 1 |
| Lastenvalvojan viransijaisuus perheoikeudellisissa palveluissa | 1 |
| Dialysis Nurse | 1 |
| Podiatrist | 1 |
| General practitioner | 1 |
| Chief Architect | 1 |
| Hammashoitaja, Keskussairaalan hammashoitola | 1 |
| Assistant Nurse | 1 |
| Orthopedic Surgeon | 1 |
| Social Worker / Gerontologist | 1 |
| Program Manager | 1 |
| Therapist | 1 |
| Physician | 1 |
| Psykologi kehitykselliset palvelut Lappeenranta | 1 |
| Nurse Assistant | 1 |
| Chief Medical Officer | 1 |
| Firefighter | 1 |
| Speech and language therapist | 1 |
| Jalkaterapeutti, avoterveydenhuolto Lappeenranta | 1 |
| Nurse responsible for general care | 1 |
| Occupational Therapist | 1 |
| Registered Nurse | 1 |
| General Practice Specialist | 1 |
| Gynecology and Obstetrics Specialist | 1 |
| Amanuensis Summer 2027 | 1 |
| Internal Medicine Specialist | 1 |
| Casual worker | 1 |
| Unit Manager | 1 |
| Health Social Worker | 1 |
| Unit Supervisor | 1 |
| Care Assistant | 1 |
| Daytime Activity Supervisor | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| General and Rehabilitation Unit Chief Physician | 1 |
| Jalkaterapeutti Avoterveydenhuolto | 1 |
| Role level | Active listings |
|---|---|
| Mid-Level | 58 |
| Manager | 7 |
| Senior | 4 |
| Expert | 3 |
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