Wiedereinstieg in den Pflegeberuf — Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD)
- Location
- Bern
- Contract
- Full-time
- Posted
- 84 days ago
Full description
Directorate of Care
Your nursing profession never let you go completely? After a professional break or an assignment in another field of practice, would you like to return to care and gain new experience in psychiatry? Then you are in the right place at the Universitary Psychiatric Center (UPZ) Bern! With our three-month trainee program for re-entrants, we accompany you step by step back into your nursing profession on a psychiatric acute care unit. In addition, internal training, professional support and an environment in which you can refresh your skills and start with new confidence. Your re-entry is more than a new start: you bring your experience and personality to the table while making a valuable contribution to mental health care. And best of all: After successful completion of the trainee program, there is the possibility of permanent employment - even part-time. We look forward to welcoming you back to care!
Your tasks
- You complete a structured 12-week trainee program in a psychiatric acute care unit and are introduced step by step to your re-entry
- You are actively involved in patient-centered care and care for people in acute mental crises
- You take on responsibility in the reference person model under professional supervision and develop your nursing skills further
- You refresh your expertise and get to know the specifics of psychiatric care
- You take part in internal training and further education for re-entrants
- You deal with evidence-based psychiatric care concepts and care standards and apply them in everyday care
- You reflect on your experiences together with your mentor and gain security and confidence for your re-entry
- You work closely with different professional groups and are part of an interdisciplinary team
- After successfully completing the trainee program, you have the opportunity to join the UPZ in a permanent job – also part-time.
Your profile
- You have a diploma as a nurse FH/HF, DN II, PsyKP or AKP
- You want to get back into care after a professional break or an assignment in another field of practice and refresh your expertise
- You are interested in psychiatric care and would like to accompany people in challenging life situations professionally
- You bring joy of learning, openness and initiative – psychiatric work experience is beneficial, but not a requirement
- You are an empathetic, resilient and socially competent personality
- A respectful, appreciative and partnership with patients is a matter of course for you
- You like to work interdisciplinary and actively engage in a dynamic and evolving environment
- You have good knowledge of German in word and writing
- During the 12-week trainee program, you are ready to work 70-100% and take on shift services
The UPZ
The Universitäre Psychiatrische Zentrum Bern (UPZ) is the leading centre of excellence for psychiatry and psychotherapy in the capital region. It ensures psychiatric care in the canton of Bern along the entire supply chain, from early diagnosis to outpatient, day-care and inpatient therapies to rehabilitation and forensics. With more than 30 locations, the UPZ offers a comprehensive supply network. In addition, the UPZ makes an important contribution in the areas of teaching, training and further education as well as research.
Your place of work
University Psychiatric Center Bern (UPZ) Bolligenstrasse 111, 3000 Bern 60
Questions about this listing
What salary does Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD) offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Bern is CHF 85'000 - 119'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD). The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD) offer?
This listing is a full-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Universitäre Psychiatrische Dienste Bern (UPD) during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Bern?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Bern can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Bern's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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