Registered nurse opportunities in Northern Norway

Dignus Medical; Denmark; Remote; DKK 418,000 - 558,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Professional development

Pension scheme

Student loan benefits

Free kindergarten

Job summary

Dignus Medical is seeking registered nurses for a municipality in Northern Norway, offering permanent full-time roles in a close-knit community close to fjords and mountains.

You will join a home care team delivering high-quality care at patients' homes, with diverse duties and the chance to make a real difference in daily living. Language training can be provided for international candidates.

Qualifications

• Nurse registered in an EU/EEA country.
• Good communication skills in Norwegian, Swedish or Danish, or willingness to learn Norwegian.
• Clear police clearance before start date.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care in institutional and community settings.
• Conduct health assessments, treatment and follow-up for patients.
• Collaborate with physicians, physiotherapists and other professionals.
• Participate in rehabilitation, preventive care and health promotion.
• Supervise students and colleagues when relevant.
• Contribute to quality improvement and service development.

Skills

Communication skills

Willingness to learn Norwegian

Education

EU/EEA nurse registration

Job description

Are you a registered nurse looking for a rewarding career in a close‑knit community surrounded by spectacular Arctic nature? We are recruiting nurses for a municipality in North Troms, one of Norway's most scenic regions, where mountains meet fjords and outdoor adventures are part of everyday life.

The exact location will be shared with selected candidates during the recruitment process due to confidentiality.

These are permanent full‑time positions within a well‑organised municipal healthcare service in North Troms. You will join a dedicated home care team providing high‑quality healthcare services to people living in their own homes. The role offers a varied workday, close patient follow‑up, professional responsibility and the opportunity to make a real difference in people's daily lives.

Main responsibilities

• Providing nursing care in both institutional and community-based services
• Health assessments, treatment and follow‑up of patients
• Collaboration with physicians, physiotherapists and other healthcare professionals
• Participation in rehabilitation, preventive care and health promotion activities
• Supervision of students and colleagues when relevant
• Contributing to quality improvement and development of healthcare services

Qualifications

• Authorisation as a registered nurse within an EU/EEA country
• Good communication skills in Norwegian, Swedish or Danish, or willingness to learn Norwegian
• For international candidates, Norwegian language training can be provided
• Valid police clearance certificate before commencement
• Driving licence category B is required

Personal qualities

• Responsible and professionally engaged
• Positive and collaborative
• Flexible and comfortable with a varied workday
• Able to work independently while contributing to the team
• Motivated to provide high‑quality patient care

What we offer

• In addition to a rewarding nursing career, employees in Northern Norway benefit from several financial incentives, including reduced income tax, free kindergarten and student loan benefits for eligible residents.
• Permanent full‑time employment with a stable public sector employer
• Competitive salary according to qualifications and experience
• Additional salary supplements for nurses
• Favourable pension and insurance schemes through the Norwegian public sector
• Assistance with relocation and finding accommodation
• Professional development opportunities and continuing education
• Free kindergarten in accordance with current regulations
• Reduced payment on Norwegian student loans for those eligible under the Northern Norway incentive scheme
• Lower income tax rates compared to most parts of Norway
• A safe and family‑friendly community with affordable housing and short commuting distances
• Excellent opportunities for hiking, skiing, fishing and outdoor activities throughout the year

Why choose this opportunity

This is an opportunity to combine a meaningful nursing career with an exceptional quality of life in Northern Norway. The region offers breathtaking fjord and mountain landscapes, excellent opportunities for hiking, skiing, fishing and outdoor activities, and a strong sense of community. Here, you'll have the chance to develop your professional skills while enjoying a calmer pace of life surrounded by nature.