Herisau
Dipl. Nursing Specialist HF Gerontopsychiatry 60 - 100% - Hospital Network Appenzell Ausserrhoden
- 17 October 2026
- 60 – 100%
- Herisau
Job summary
The Spitalverbund AR provides essential medical care in Appenzell Ausserrhoden. Join a dynamic team in a supportive environment!
Tasks
- Ensure high-quality care and support for patients in gerontopsychiatry.
- Plan and evaluate nursing care for diverse patient needs.
- Conduct group activities and individual discussions effectively.
Skills
- Diploma in nursing required; experience in long-term care preferred.
- Flexibility to support teams in various departments as needed.
- Willingness to engage with an interdisciplinary treatment team.
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About the job
The Hospital Network AR
The Hospital Network Appenzell Ausserrhoden with the acute hospital Herisau and the Psychiatric Centre AR in Herisau ensures extended basic medical care for the population in the canton of Appenzell Ausserrhoden and is also the first point of contact for a large part of the population in the surrounding region. Both locations are relevant for care within the canton and beyond.
We are looking for
In the Clinic for Psychiatry and Psychotherapy under the nursing management of Mr Sven Lang, Rufin Motzer is looking for a qualified nursing specialist in the field of gerontopsychiatry from 01.10.2026 or by arrangement.
Your tasks
- Responsibility for ensuring and implementing high-quality nursing care and support for patients
- Planning and evaluating the nursing care of patients
- Conducting and organising group activities as well as planning and conducting individual conversations
- Co-shaping the daily group routine
- Maintaining contact with external reference persons
Your profile
- Completed training as a Dipl. Nursing Specialist HF
- Experience in long-term care is an advantage
- Flexibility and interest in supporting teams on various wards during shortages
- Interest in working within an interprofessional treatment team
- Willingness to work shifts in a 24-hour operation
- Enjoyment of situations that are sometimes unpredictable
Additionally, you benefit from
We prefer direct applications. Recruitment agencies please contact Human Resources Management directly (bewerbermanagement@svar.ch). Applications without prior contact will not be considered.
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