Nurse at our outpatient hospital 3

Push the boundaries as a surgical nurse at our Day Surgery Center 3
With more than 50 high-tech operating rooms where over 53,000 surgical procedures are performed, the UZ Leuven operating complex is the largest in Belgium. The operating rooms are equipped with the latest technology and are organized into units based on different medical specialties.

In addition to the traditional operating complex, we also have rooms specifically designed for patients undergoing outpatient surgery.

Day Hospital 3 (Surgical Unit) on the Gasthuisberg campus is a unit with 8 treatment rooms for the departments of ophthalmology, dermatology, vascular surgery, orthopedics, and surgical oncology. Outpatient procedures are performed under local anesthesia. Operating hours at Day Hospital 3 are from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., Monday through Friday.

Due to the expansion of our activities and to strengthen our team, we have several permanent positions available at 75–100% FTE.

How do you push boundaries?
As a nurse, you contribute to providing compassionate and professional care for patients, from the moment they check in at the surgical day hospital, through the procedure, to post-operative care and discharge:
You inform and prepare patients for the procedure.
You provide post-operative care to patients after the procedure.
You will work as a circulating nurse and, for certain procedures, as a scrub nurse.
You will work in a dynamic environment with various surgical disciplines.
You assist with local anesthesia.
You help manage the surgical instruments and handle administrative tasks.
You are committed to quality care and want to contribute to its further development.
What do you need for this role?
You hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing or a HBO5 nursing degree.
You have strong communication and interpersonal skills.
A patient-centered approach and a commitment to quality care.
You are a true team player who collaborates well, but you are also capable of working independently.
You have strong organizational skills and can set priorities.
You are resilient under pressure and dynamic.
You have good clinical judgment.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
An honest, discreet, and eager-to-learn attitude.

What do you get in return?
UZ Leuven offers a professional, multidisciplinary work environment that keeps pace with the latest developments and provides ample opportunities for training, guidance, and personal growth. We’ve also been working together for over 20 years to provide sustainable care.

Our benefits include:
A competitive compensation package (IFIC pay scale 15) with recognition of prior experience.
If you completed the four-year bachelor’s degree in nursing, we’ll credit you with one year of seniority.
Just graduated?
If you start working within a month, you’ll receive 5 extra days of leave.
Are you already familiar with the hospital from internships? Then you may be eligible for a streamlined selection process.
Attractive bonuses, equal to or higher than the industry average, for things like irregular shifts, unexpected cover shifts, an attractiveness bonus, and special professional titles.
Career advancement opportunities: You can specialize in specific care programs or take on additional responsibilities as a lead nurse.
We’re happy to support you in earning a postgraduate degree in nursing, a master’s in nursing and midwifery, or a bridge program in nursing.
Clear and open communication, so you always know where you stand.
A warm, dedicated team you can count on, day in and day out.
In addition to the benefits listed above, you’re entitled to other fringe benefits: group and hospitalization insurance, meal vouchers, transportation allowance, bike lease, extra vacation days and holidays, and our own company cafeteria. View the full overview on our job site. Discover the specific benefits for nurses as well.
Ready to push boundaries?
Apply for this position today by filling out the online application form and attaching your resume.

For more information, please contact the UZ Leuven Recruitment and Selection Department: 016 34 49 77.