Nurses for the Netherlands - Final 2026 Intake

Vitae Professionals; Zeeland; On-site; EUR 27,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Flight to NL and airport transfer

Accommodation assistance

Dutch language training (A1–B1)

€1,000 training allowance

Ongoing language and clinical training

13th-month salary

8% holiday allowance

30 days annual leave

Ongoing career development

Job summary

Vitae Professionals is recruiting nurses to join healthcare institutions in the Netherlands through a programme that combines language training, professional development, and relocation support. The final training group of 2026 starts on 18 November, and no previous knowledge of Dutch is required to apply.

The programme offers a comprehensive package including salary, relocation, housing assistance, and ongoing language and clinical training to support your international nursing career in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (EU-recognized).
• Citizenship of an EU country or legal right to live/work in the Netherlands.
• Minimum English level B1.

Responsibilities

• Assess patients' needs and contribute to individualized care plans.
• Provide nursing care tailored to each patient’s condition and independence.
• Prepare and administer medication per prescriptions and protocols.
• Monitor patients’ progress and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.
• Maintain accurate nursing records and ensure continuity of care.
• Promote patient independence, comfort, and quality of life.
• Communicate with patients and families to provide compassionate, person-centred care.

Skills

Nursing care

English proficiency (B1)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (EU-recognized)

EU citizenship or right to work in NL

Job description

Are you a nurse looking for better working conditions, career development opportunities, and an international experience with support every step of the way?

At Vitae Professionals, we are recruiting nurses to join healthcare institutions in the Netherlands through a programme that combines language training, professional development, and relocation support.

The final training group of 2026 starts on 18 November, and no previous knowledge of Dutch is required to apply!

Salary and Benefits

• Monthly net salary of €2,411 + €600 relocation allowance, totalling €3,011 per month.

• 18-month employment contract.

• Flexible working options, with a 32 to 36-hour working week.

• 30 days of annual leave.

• 8% holiday allowance and a 13th-month salary.

• Additional pay for working unsocial hours.

• Free intensive Dutch language course from A1 to B1.

• €1,000 training allowance, paid in two instalments during the language training programme.

• Flight to the Netherlands and airport transfer provided.

• Assistance with finding accommodation.

• B1 Dutch language examination fees and professional registration costs covered.

• Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

What Makes This Opportunity Different?

More than just a job opportunity, this programme provides the preparation, security, and ongoing support you need to build a successful nursing career in the Netherlands.

• Support from two specialised recruitment agencies, based in Portugal and the Netherlands, from your initial application through to your professional integration.

• 12-month mentorship programme to support your professional and personal adjustment.

• Ongoing language and clinical training, with continued support until you reach B2 level in Dutch.

• Administrative and relocation assistance, including the procedures required for professional registration and settling into the country.

• A dedicated local team with a physical office, available to provide in-person support whenever needed.

Dutch Language Training

You don't need to speak Dutch to get started. The initial training programme is divided into two stages:

• 18 November 2026: Online training begins.

• 8 February 2027: In-person training begins in Porto, Portugal.

We understand that learning Dutch may seem challenging. However, it is also an investment in your future: a valuable skill that will help you stand out professionally, strengthen your career profile, and open doors to new opportunities.

And you won't be alone on this journey. Your learning will continue after you start working in the Netherlands, with ongoing language and clinical training until you reach B2 level.

What Will Your Responsibilities Be?

• Assess patients' needs and contribute to the development of individualised care plans.

• Provide nursing care tailored to each patient's clinical condition and level of independence.

• Prepare and administer medication in accordance with prescriptions and institutional protocols.

• Monitor patients' clinical progress and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams.

• Maintain accurate nursing records and ensure continuity of care.

• Promote patients' independence, comfort, and quality of life.

• Communicate with patients and their families, ensuring compassionate, person-centred care.

Who Are We Looking For?

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, completed or nearing completion, with a qualification obtained or recognised within the European Union.

• Citizenship of an EU country or the legal right to live and work in the Netherlands.

• Minimum B1 level of English.

• Motivation to learn Dutch and develop an international nursing career.

Your Next Career Move Starts on 18 November!

If you're looking for an international opportunity offering attractive working conditions, professional development, and a dedicated team to support you every step of the way, we'd love to hear from you.

Dutch can be learned. Experience stays with you. And opportunities keep growing.