Health assistant sought for the Gynecological/Obstetric department K3, Queen Ingrid's Hospital

Health Assistant Wanted for Gynecological/Obstetric Department K3, Queen Ingrid's Hospital

We are looking for a health assistant for permanent employment at K3, Gynecological and Obstetric Department in the Greenlandic Health Service. We can offer employment from November 1, 2025, or by agreement.

We are seeking a new colleague who can work purposefully with what is important for the patient. This means that in your communication, you are attentive, ask questions before you provide answers, and that the nursing care you plan and perform is always in interaction with the specific patient and their relatives.

This also means that you are engaged in your work and have a positive and appreciative attitude towards life, which reflects on both patients, relatives, and colleagues.

Experience with obstetrics, including gynecology and/or palliative care, is an advantage but not a requirement. The most important thing is that you are willing to participate in all specialties and different types of patient pathways.

A bit about K3

The Gynecological/Obstetric Department K3 receives gynecological as well as obstetric patients from all over Greenland. Admissions to the department can be planned or acute. Pregnant women are covered by the perinatal guidelines and are admitted after assessment at the department. Pregnant women who experience complications related to pregnancy and/or childbirth that require treatment at K3 are also received at the department.

The average length of stay varies greatly and depends, among other things, on the admission diagnosis. Most patients are admitted for less than a week, which is why there is a high patient flow in the department.

The department has 10 maternity/pregnancy places set aside for 2 "grow-babies," which are our premature rooms. In addition, the department has 8 places for gynecological patients and breast patients. There are often general gynecological patients, while more complicated gynecological disorders and procedures are referred to the National Hospital.

The department also handles palliative patient pathways, where it is important that dying patients and their relatives experience safety, care, and support from the healthcare staff in their final time. These patients may be admitted for longer periods.

The department is located adjacent to our maternity department and has a close collaboration with the midwives. In addition, we work closely with the health visitors and have a strong focus on early intervention.

The department also places great emphasis on competence development and a strong professional culture. Every Tuesday, we hold professional meetings focusing on improvement and development in the department. Additionally, monthly Thursday teaching and other professional activities within the specialties are arranged.

The department collaborates with health centers and regional hospitals throughout Greenland and is Greenland's only specialized department for newborns and births.

The department has a growing and stable workforce, which is predominantly bilingual. In addition, we have a good network of short-term employees, a permanent interpreter, and associated chief physicians.

We work with assigned patient care and continuously develop competencies according to needs and wishes – always focusing on what creates the most value for the patient.

We offer

• A department with engaged employees in a good interdisciplinary environment
• A department in ongoing development, where your contribution is important
• A position with professional challenges and good opportunities for competence development
• An exciting everyday life with diverse tasks
• Assistance in settling in if you have not previously worked in Greenland or are familiar with Greenlandic culture
• An active staff association

We are looking for you who

• Is open and interested in interdisciplinary collaboration
• Seeks new professional challenges
• Has the ability to remain calm and maintain an overview in pressured situations
• Preferably has experience from obstetrics, neonatology, pediatrics, gynecology, and/or palliative care
• Preferably bilingual, Greenlandic/Danish
• Enjoys working diversely, independently, and interdisciplinary
• Can prioritize and plan your work tasks

About us:

Queen Ingrid's Hospital is a modern hospital consisting of four areas: psychiatric, medical, surgical, and emergency. From Queen Ingrid's Hospital, we have a guiding function in relation to the 5 health regions in Greenland.

We are a group of colleagues with a good sense of community. Many of us are bilingual and have Greenlandic culture as our mother tongue. We are happy to introduce and share our knowledge with you.

The Surgical Area consists of a total of five departments: Orthopedic Surgery / K1, Parenchymal Surgery / K2, Gynecological and Obstetric / K3, Maternity Ward, and Surgical Outpatient Clinic. The area is led by a chief nurse and a leading consultant.

Application

Applications accompanied by copies of relevant attachments must be sent in PDF format.

Start date: November 1, 2026, or by agreement

Application deadline: September 21, 2026

Employment interviews are conducted continuously

Contact

Information about the position can be obtained from head nurse Nanna Westmark Steensen NWST@PEQQIK.GL and tel. +299 344869

Housing

Housing will be provided according to the rules applicable in the Greenlandic Health Service at any given time.

Salary and employment

Salary and employment conditions, including the right to relocation and moving expenses, in accordance with the agreement/collective agreement in effect at the time of commencement between the Government of Greenland and the relevant negotiating organization.

Citizenship

If you are not a Nordic citizen, please note that employment is conditional on a valid residence and work permit. Residence and work permits can only be applied for upon agreed employment.

The Greenlandic Health Service – Breadth, Challenge, and Professional Pride

The Greenlandic Health Service is under the Ministry of Health and is organized into 5 regions, 8 clinical areas, Landstandplejen, the Greenlandic Patient Home, and the health service's Operations Area.

If you are seeking professional challenges, are curious, and enjoy working broadly, then a job in the Greenlandic Health Service is for you.

In Greenland, there are ample opportunities to live an active leisure life. In summer, hiking, whale watching, hunting, fishing, and boating are great activities. Winter offers northern lights and plenty of skiing, and if you live north of the Arctic Circle, you can go dog sledding. In the larger cities, there is plenty of cultural life with sports clubs, art exhibitions, concerts, cafes, and restaurants. You can read more about the region where the job is located at www.peqqik.gl

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The Greenlandic Health Service is a smoke-free workplace.

We only accept applications in PDF format, electronically.

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