Nurse in our operating rooms or post-anesthesia care unit

Push the boundaries within our operating rooms or post-anesthesia care unit
With more than 50 high-tech operating rooms where over 53,000 surgical procedures are performed, UZ Leuven’s operating complex is the largest in Belgium. The operating rooms are equipped with the latest technology and are organized into clusters based on different medical specialties (cardiac surgery, abdominal surgery, orthopedics, etc.).

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

The PAZA, or post-anesthesia care unit, serves as the first recovery room. In addition to receiving and preparing patients, the PAZA is primarily responsible for ensuring that patients wake up gradually under the close supervision of specialized physicians and nurses, supported by specialized equipment.

If patients need to stay in the hospital for only one night after their procedure, they are admitted to the one-night stay unit. The one-night stay unit is a hospitalization ward closely linked to the operating suite and postoperative care. Although patients who have undergone orthopedic procedures make up a large portion of the patient population in the one-night stay unit, you will also encounter patients with other medical conditions there.

Currently, there are job openings in the following departments:
Operating Room: We are always looking for motivated nurses within the various units
A Unit: Urology and Gynecology
B Unit: Orthopedics
C/D Unit: Neurosurgery, Ear, Nose, and Throat, Spine, Plastic Surgery, Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery
E Unit: Cardiac Surgery, Vascular Surgery
F-Core: abdominal surgery, oncological surgery, abdominal transplant surgery
G-Core: trauma surgery, thoracic surgery
One-Night Stay: Patients stay in this ward for one night following a procedure or treatment by one of the various medical departments affiliated with the ward.
It is helpful to indicate your preference(s) in advance. That way, we can initiate a targeted selection process and make a suitable offer.

If you do not have any clear preferences or cannot immediately find a job opening that appeals to you, please submit an unsolicited application as a nurse. Drawing on our knowledge and expertise, we will carefully help you find the position and department that best suits you.

Unless explicitly stated by the department, these are always full-time, permanent contracts. If you prefer to work part-time, this is always negotiable.
You’ll work on a rotating shift schedule and on weekends (every other weekend in the operating room; every fourth weekend in the PAZA).

How do you push boundaries?
In our operating rooms, you’ll work as both a circulating nurse and a scrub nurse.
In our post-anesthesia care unit, you’ll be responsible for both basic patient care and more complex technical care, including monitoring vital signs, ventilation, weaning, and independent pain management. You serve as an important advocate for the postoperative patient.
You work in a fascinating, high-tech environment with numerous challenges and a wide variety of surgical disciplines.
You are responsible for the day-to-day organization and nursing care.
You act as a key link within a multidisciplinary team of nurses, surgeons, and anesthesiologists.
You mentor new employees and students, passing on your knowledge and expertise.
You place a high priority on quality care and are committed to helping further develop it.
You are committed to continuous learning and keep your knowledge and expertise up to date.
What do you need for this?
You hold a bachelor’s degree in nursing, a HBO5 nursing degree, or you will soon be graduating.
A postgraduate degree or Banaba in perioperative care is an asset and entitles you to the specialization supplement. Within the post-anesthesia care unit, you will also receive this supplement after completing a postgraduate degree in intensive care and emergency medicine.
A clean criminal record (Form 596-2) is required if this position involves contact with minors.
A patient-centered approach and a commitment to quality care.
Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
A sense of initiative and teamwork.
An attitude characterized by integrity, discretion, and a desire to learn.

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

Our benefits include:
A competitive compensation package (IFIC pay scale 15) with recognition of prior experience.
As an HBO5 nurse, you’ll receive the same salary as a bachelor’s-level nurse.
If you completed the four-year bachelor’s program in nursing, we’ll give you one year of seniority credit.
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 fast-track selection process.
Attractive bonuses, equal to or higher than the industry average, for, among other things, 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.