Practical Nurse — Surgical Ward B6, Fossvogur, Landspítali, Reykjavík
- Location
- Reykjavík, Iceland
- Work arrangement
- On-site
- Employment type
- Full-time
- Department
- Surgical Ward B6, Fossvogur
- Category
- Healthcare & Nursing
- Industry
- Healthcare & Nursing
- Openings
- 1
- Apply by
- 9 Nov 2026
About the role
Landspítali is looking for a practical nurse for surgical ward B6 in Fossvogur. The work is shift work, at 70–100% of full time, with the percentage and the start date as agreed. The ward is a 23-bed surgical ward serving patients of four specialties: ear, nose and throat surgery, plastic surgery, vascular surgery, and brain and nerve surgery. It specialises in special care and is the only ward in the country that treats serious burn injuries. The ward also has a high-dependency unit for patients who need constant and close monitoring, for example after major head and neck surgery, vascular surgery or jaw surgery. The working week for staff in full shift work is 36 hours and can be shorter depending on the composition of shifts. The department places emphasis on the professional development and continuing education of staff, and every newcomer is given good individual induction. The aim is to support the improved health and safety of staff and to increase the possibilities of combining work and private life.
Responsibilities
- Nursing of individuals in cooperation with other professionals - Participation in interdisciplinary teamwork - Participation in development and improvement work - Promoting a good cooperative spirit
Requirements
Icelandic practical nurse licence (Íslenskt sjúkraliðaleyfi); a positive attitude and communication skills; independence in working methods; Icelandic language proficiency (Íslenskukunnátta). The listing states language proficiency: Icelandic 2/5.
Benefits
Pay under the current collective agreement made by the Minister of Finance and Economic Affairs and Sjúkraliðafélag Íslands (Icelandic Practical Nurses Association). Applications must include a CV and cover letter plus copies of certificates and the licence. Landspítali's equality policy is taken into account in recruitment, and all applications are answered. Applications may remain valid for six months from the expiry of the application deadline, under Article 2 of Regulation No. 1000/2019.
How to apply
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