International Recruiting – one element amongst many
The need for well-trained nursing staff in Germany is continually increasing, whilst in other countries, there is an oversupply of nurses. The UKS cannot meet the demand for skilled workers in the upcoming years solely through national recruiting or various training programmes.
Therefore, the recruitment of qualified foreign nurses at the UKS, particularly from third countries, is becoming increasingly significant.
In order to make the recruitment and integration process effective for all parties, the UKS has been collaborating with various partners in projects since 2019 as part of the International Recruiting:
In international recruitments, the UKS conforms to the recruitment prohibition according to the Code of Conduct of the World Health Organization (WHO)
Application process
Have you completed vocational training or a degree in nursing, midwifery or surgical assistance in your home country and already have some professional experience in this field? Then you are in the right place at UKS. Become part of the UKS team.
What should the application include
What happens after your application?
A team comprised of the Personnel Department, Nursing Directorate, and Nursing School reviews your application documents and subsequently arranges an initial introductory conversation with you – either on-site or online via MS Teams
In this conversation, we discuss your CV, your education/study and together, we explore what comes next
Have you received a confirmation of recognition
Perfect – congratulations and welcome to the UKS!
From now on, we proceed together: We will apply for your recognition/your professional license as a qualified nurse with the State Examination Office in Saarbrücken.
We will assist you in the application of your visa or your residence and work permit.
Your path to recognition and thereafter
Once you have the decree/hearing from the State Examination Office as well as the visa or a residence and work permit, you start within the context of your recognition as a nurse in a temporary employment relationship.
You will be deployed on a ward that prepares you regularly and individually for the knowledge test through practical instructors and licensed nurses.
In parallel, you will attend a German B2 nursing course. Upon passing the knowledge and B2 language test, you receive your recognition as a licensed nurse in Germany and can apply for your professional certificate.
Upon issue of the professional certificate, you receive a permanent employment contract as a nurse at UKS, and all further training and education at the in-house department are open to you.
Integration Programme at UKS
The UKS provides a comprehensive support programme for international professionals. Our holistic approach encompasses both professional and social integration. We accompany you from day one through all stages of arrival and acclimatisation
Professional Integration
Induction Structured onboarding and individual practical guidance for an optimal start
Language Support General and medical language training for successful communication.
Team Support Mentoring programs and teambuilding for true collegiality.
Development Regular feedback sessions and personalised learning coaching for your career
Social Integration
Support with everyday questions We assist with dealing with authorities, finding a home, and reuniting families.
Family supportProvision of childcare and work placements for family members.
Mobility and leisure Assistance with transport matters and arranging leisure activities.
Language networking Organising of language tandems and intercultural encounters.
Successful together
Your contribution counts We are looking for dedicated colleagues as mentors and language partners.
Expand your network Property offers, leisure activities and job opportunities for relatives needed.
Intercultural competence Trainings for the entire team promote mutual understanding and appreciation.
Your support makes the difference. Together we shape a diverse and strong community at the UKS
Patent Programmes / Our Objective
Our goal is to provide each international professional with a mentor during their initial months. The mentor assists the international professional in their induction and supports the new colleague from day one. The mentor shows and explains the formal procedures and processes on the ward, and as far as possible throughout the entire UKS, and helps them to integrate into the team.
Workshops
To support the godparent in this activity, regular workshops take place:
Godparent Concept at UKS: Integration process & Role, Duties and Boundaries as a godparent
Change of Perspective: Culture shock, retrospection and what does this mean for me as a godparent Sensitisation
Language barrier: (non-verbal) Communication in international teams and common language development
Would you like to become a sponsor?
Are you interested in sponsoring an international professional? If so, please feel free to email us at: welcome@uks.eu
Turning "WELCOME" into "WILLSTAY"
This much-quoted sentence illustrates that our support within the framework of integration goes far beyond professional and technical integration and that social integration in particular is highly regarded.
We place great importance on creating an environment in which all employees feel comfortable and want to stay long term. Do you lack something within the framework of integration? Or would you like to support in this respect? Then feel free to contact us by email: welcome@uks.eu
Best Practice: Impressions of our foreign care workers
Welcoming the new group of nurses from Mexico - Spring 2022
"Gemoje!" What it means is Good Morning in Saarlandic, as they've already learnt, Samira, Mona, Mahshid, and Ameneh
UKS and Saarbrücken Hospital jointly organise the Nursing Festival – April 2024
"Here, I have the opportunity to further develop in intensive care"
Juan Carlos Bermejo Torres
Carer IOI
"The patients here in Germany are really friendly. For instance, they're happy to help me when I don't understand the Saarland or Pfalz dialect"
Estefany Anabel Funes Regis
Carer
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