* 04 August 2026
* 80%
* Permanent position
* Carouge
NURSE 80% - Permanent Contract
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Job description
You will join a specialised medico-social establishment whose mission is to welcome elderly blind or visually impaired people, in an environment that promotes autonomy, independence and quality of life.
You will work in a pleasant environment, within a professional, creative, friendly and committed team, with strong human values and a spirit of collaboration.
Your main duties
* Provide personalised and comprehensive nursing care autonomously and/or under medical delegation
* Ensure precise and rigorous communication of information between teams and to doctors
* Collaborate in the supervision and clinical teaching of new nursing staff and students
* Actively contribute to the development and continuous improvement of care quality
* Participate in specific care related to visual impairment
Profile sought
Essential criteria
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent nursing diploma recognised by the Red Cross
* Proven experience in geriatrics, end-of-life support and with people presenting cognitive disorders
* Excellent command of the French language, spoken and written
Specific training and knowledge
* Ability to manage priorities, take initiative and work within a multidisciplinary team
* Mastery of technical care and excellent interpersonal skills
* Organisational skills, professional rigour and appropriate professional attitude
* Empathy, team spirit, mutual support and collaboration
* Knowledge of PLEX and/or PLAISIR assessment (an asset)
Particularities / Specificities
* Natural unifier, ability to support the team, value potential and give clear directives to auxiliary staff and trainees
* Aptitude to work in an interdisciplinary team and collaborate with internal and external stakeholders
* Sensitivity to specific care related to visual impairment
* Proficiency in common IT tools, notably SIEMS (an asset)
* Active participation in the development of new projects
* Willingness to work irregular hours (weekends and public holidays)
Application procedures and address
Please send your complete application file (cover letter, CV with photo, copies of certificates and diplomas) by email with reference "Post INF" to the following address: rh@foyerduvallon.ch
