Permanent nursing position at the Forensic Psychiatric Ward C

Dear future colleague in Section C

I have sought new challenges, and therefore my position is now available. I have had the pleasure of being part of Section C both during my internship in the 6th and 7th semester and subsequently as a permanent nurse.

I can promise you that Section C is a place characterized by high professionalism, great humor, and a strong collegial community. Here there is room for professional development, sparring, and good laughs in a daily life where we pull together as a team.

It has therefore not been an easy decision to seek new paths, and I will miss both the section and my wonderful colleagues. However, I have no doubt that you will be happy to become part of the team in C!

Best regards, Natascha

Would you like to work in a place where the relationship to the patient, strong cross-disciplinary collaboration, and high professionalism go hand in hand with security and clear frameworks?

Then you may be our new nurse in Sleep Ward C – a forensic psychiatric ward, where the complexity is high, but where meaning, professional development, and collaboration matter even more.

With us you will encounter a specialty that often seems challenging from the outside, but which houses a work community characterized by clear boundaries, high professionalism, and a strong focus on safety. We work purposefully to create the best conditions for both patients and staff, and we prioritize a thorough introduction, ongoing competency development, and a good working environment.

About us

Sleep Ward C is a closed and secured subacute forensic psychiatric inpatient ward with 15 beds. Our patients may be committed, under remand, or have a sentence for treatment.

We work among other things with

• Relationship-based treatment
• Cognitive therapy
• Environment therapy
• Physical activity
• Key worker teams
• Prevention of coercion with focus on de-escalation and a belt-free approach – always without compromising safety
• Front office function
• Dual-diagnosis treatment

We offer

• An workplace where your safety, professionalism, and well-being are central
• Permanent position at 37 hours per week or as agreed
• Great flexibility and influence over your own work schedule
• A department in development where dialogue, inclusion, and integrity are fundamental values
• Skilled and engaged colleagues who look after each other
• Supervision both locally and across wards
• Individual introduction and mentor program
• Work every 3rd weekend
• Opportunity for 8-, 10-, and 12-hour shifts
• Good opportunities for professional and personal development

What do we expect from you?

We are not looking for the perfect candidate – we are looking for the right person.

You are a trained nurse and you want to make a difference for people with complex psychiatric issues.

Additionally we hope that you

• Want to work closely with patients and relatives
• Contributes positively to a good working environment
• Can see yourself in our approach to professionalism, safety, and collaboration
• Believe that relationships, development, and clear boundaries create the best results
• Are curious to develop your competencies and take an active part in the department's professional development

Experience from psychiatry is an advantage but not a requirement.

The region is obligated to inform you about the starting salary for the position. You will be informed of the base salary, centrally set allowances, and pension within the Health Cartel area 32.26 salary as of 1 April 2026. In addition to the starting salary, the pay may include any negotiated allowances depending on the position, your experience, and qualifications.

See starting salary for positions in the Region of Southern Denmark

https://regionsyddanmark.dk/media/lknb5bwn/sundhedskartellet-overenskomst-32-17-1-l%C3%B8n-pr-1-4-2026.pdf

You are welcome to contact the chief nurse Lise

20 47 68 43

[email protected]

Application deadline: 11 November 2026 at 23:59

Interviews: on 25 November between 8 and 16

We look very much forward to hearing from you!

Best regards

Your future colleagues in Section C

Department: Psychiatry Esbjerg

Job title: Nurse

Working hours: 37

Workplace: Esbjerg

Application deadline: 11-11-2026

Application deadline: November 11, 2026