Onsite Gerontopsychiatric Nurse Specialist – Specialized Care for Older Adults

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About the role

  • Gerontopsychiatrische Pflegefachkraft responsible for holistic care of elderly patients with mental health issues in a reputable senior center. Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and creating tailored treatment plans.

Responsibilities

  • Holistic nursing and care for older adults with psychiatric conditions such as dementia, depression, or schizophrenia in an inpatient setting.
  • Participation in diagnostics and therapy in close cooperation with physicians, psychologists and other therapists to develop individualized treatment and care plans.
  • Professional nursing documentation and care planning, including preparation of care reports in accordance with current nursing and quality standards.
  • Advising and supporting relatives on questions about care, the illness and dealing with older adults experiencing psychiatric changes.
  • Participation in crisis interventions and application of de-escalation techniques to create a safe, respectful environment for residents and staff.
  • Interdisciplinary cooperation with professionals from nursing, medicine, psychology, social work and therapy to promote comprehensive care.

Requirements

  • Completed training as a registered nursing professional (m/f/d) — e.g. as a Registered Nurse, Elderly Care Nurse or Nursing Specialist, plus further training as a gerontopsychiatric specialist (m/f/d).
  • Ideally qualified as a practice instructor to pass on your expertise to trainees.
  • Enthusiasm for implementing modern nursing and care concepts, especially for people with dementia and psychiatric changes in older age.
  • Empathetic and respectful communication with residents, relatives and the team.
  • Willingness to work in a shift system including weekends and holidays.
  • Identification with the Christian values of Lafim-Diakonie and acting with appreciation and ethical responsibility.

Benefits

  • Fair pay: You will receive an honest and transparent salary according to the AVR DWBO collective agreement, including a semi-annual special payment.
  • Time to recover included: At least 30 days of vacation per year — depending on length of service — plus special leave for particular occasions.
  • Secure future: A permanent position with long-term prospects.
  • Retirement provision: Employer-funded supplementary insurance as part of the company pension scheme.
  • Individual training: We support your professional and personal development with tailored offers and targeted talent promotion.
  • Health management: From eye exams to prevention — your health is important to us.
  • Family friendliness: We are certified with the “berufundfamilie” quality seal — here you will find a good work–life balance.

Job title

Gerontopsychiatric Nurse Specialist – Specialized Care for Older Adults

Job type

Experience level

Mid levelSenior

Salary

€3,108 - €3,721 per month

Degree requirement

Professional Certificate

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