Nurse for Affective Ward 03 – help reopen and develop a psychiatric inpatient ward

Are you interested in psychiatry – and would you like to help reopen a ward for patients with affective disorders?

The Psychiatric Department Vejle is seeking nurses for Affective Ward 03 as of 01.01.27. We are looking for you who are passionate about caring for and treating people with affective mental disorders and who want to take responsibility in both the operation and development of the ward.

Be part of reopening and shaping a ward

Affective Ward 03 is temporarily closed, and now we have an opportunity to start anew. This means that as a nurse you will have a special chance to help to:

• rebuild and shape the ward
• shape culture, collaboration and professional practice
• help create the best framework for both patients and colleagues

You will become part of an existing staff group that knows the patient group, workflows and each other well – while you gain influence on the reopening and the ongoing development.

Time is allocated for the process, including theme days without patients prior to reopening, where we work together on structure, clinical quality and the working environment.

About the ward and our professional foundation

Affective Ward 03 is part of the Psychiatric Department Vejle, South Denmark Region (Sygehus Lillebælt).

• We primarily treat patients with affective disorders, but we also receive other diagnostic groups
• We provide care and treatment to adults aged 18–69 years
• The ward is integrated with space for 15 patients

We meet people in some of life’s most difficult periods and we see the relationship as one of the most important tools in treatment. Through structure, community, activities and therapeutic relationships we create frameworks that support hope and coping. At the same time we continually work on professional development, reflection and competency development.

We prioritise physical activity, sensory stimulation and nature-based activities as part of the treatment, because we know that well-being and recovery are supported by more than medicine.

Psychiatry merged with somatics as of 01.01.26, which means that the Psychiatric Department Vejle is now part of Sygehus Lillebælt.

That’s why you should choose us

With us you have the opportunity to develop your relational competencies and become part of a ward where we share tasks across professions and work closely together on the individual patient’s treatment.

We offer

• A specialized ward with professionally skilled colleagues
• Thorough introduction and mentor program in the first year
• A one-year competency development program in psychiatry
• Ongoing teaching, supervision and professional sparring
• Possibility for clinical supervisor education and specialized training in psychiatry
• A fast-paced daily life with variety and meaning
• An engaged staff group with a focus on collaboration, well-being and development

Your tasks as a nurse

As part of our multidisciplinary team you will among other things

• Work in a milieu-therapeutic manner and contribute to a safe and developmental treatment environment
• Conduct supportive conversations and actively involve the patients in treatment
• Prepare nursing care plans and document in the EPJ
• Work closely with patients, relatives and colleagues
• Contribute to holistic treatment processes with focus on psychiatric, social and somatic issues
• Actively participate in the development of the ward’s structure, culture and workflows in connection with reopening

We are looking for you who

• Are passionate about psychiatry and want to make a difference for people with affective disorders
• Have an interest in milieu therapy and relational work
• Have an interest in training to become a clinical supervisor, but this is not a requirement
• Thrive in both mono- and interprofessional collaboration
• Are responsible and can maintain overview in complex situations
• Are curious and contribute to professional development and new initiatives
• Meet patients, relatives and colleagues with courage, respect and consideration
• Are motivated by building something together

Our work environment and safety culture

A good treatment environment starts with a good working environment. We build on simple occupational safety values/house rules in a strong safety culture where everyone contributes and takes responsibility:

• I don’t want anyone to get hurt – We create a safe and secure environment in which both patients and staff thrive.
• I am the “director” of my nearest 3 meters – We take ownership of each other and our surroundings.
• What I walk past, I accept – We speak up and help each other act when necessary.
• A good working environment is created in unity – We pull together and ensure each other’s well-being.

Practical information

The position is 37 hours in mixed shifts. If you want a lower number of hours, this can be arranged individually.

There is a possibility to work every 3rd weekend in 7-19 and 19-07 shifts.

Or 7-19 shifts every 2-2-4 weekend in even weeks.

Application deadline: 20 October 2026 at 23:59

Interviews will be held on Thursday and Friday in week 43

If you are not able to participate on the indicated interview dates, you are welcome to indicate this in your application – we will contact you.

Salary and terms of employment

Salary and terms of employment for the position follow the Health Cartel – Agreement 32.17.1. The starting salary for the position can be found via the following link: See starting salary for positions in the Region of Southern Denmark .

In addition to the starting salary, the pay may include negotiated allowances depending on the position, your experience and qualifications.

We point out that a criminal record check will be obtained.

The Psychiatric Department Vejle is a smoke-free workplace.

If you are interested and have questions, you are very welcome to contact

Chief Nurse Anne-Mie Patrzalek

Tel.: 29 12 64 89

Email: [email protected]

We look forward to hearing from you!