Head Nurse of the Care Unit (ICUS) 80 to 100%

About the job

For one of our clients located in the Riviera-Chablais region, we are looking for a

Head Nurse of the Care Unit (ICUS) 80 to 100%

to join a medico-social structure specialised in supporting elderly people with mental health disorders and specific needs in advanced age psychiatry.

Your mission

As the true driving force of the unit, you ensure the quality of care and support while managing the nursing team. Through your close leadership and clinical expertise, you contribute to the development of personalised and compassionate care for the residents.

Your main responsibilities

• Ensure the operational management and organisation of the care unit
• Supervise, support and assist the nursing teams in their daily practice
• Guarantee the quality, safety and continuity of care provided to the residents
• Participate in the recruitment, integration and development of staff
• Ensure the application of institutional procedures and best professional practices
• Collaborate closely with various stakeholders to ensure coordinated and coherent care
• Contribute to the development, monitoring and evaluation of individualised therapeutic projects
• Actively participate in institutional projects and continuous improvement of services
• Serve as a clinical referent and promote skills development within the team

Your profile

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing or nursing diploma recognised in Switzerland
• Training in management and proven experience in a supervisory role
• Professional experience in psychogeriatrics, psychiatry or geriatrics preferred
• Excellent knowledge of the Swiss medico-social network
• Ability to unite a team around common goals
• Confidence in managing complex situations and decision-making
• Good command of common IT tools and care software
• Excellent command of French, both spoken and written

Your qualities

• Compassionate and unifying leadership
• Organisational skills and ability to prioritise
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Team spirit and ability to work interdisciplinarily
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Autonomy, rigour and sense of responsibility
• Commitment to quality care and residents' well-being

Interested?

Do you wish to put your clinical and managerial skills at the service of an establishment recognised for the quality of its support and its human values? We look forward to receiving your application in complete confidence.