Description
La Source Clinic is a unique multidisciplinary acute care facility. It belongs to the La Source Foundation, an independent and private non-profit institution which also oversees the La Source Institute and School of Health. The independence granted by this status allows it to continuously invest in human and technological resources to ensure the best possible care for its patients.
Head Nurse
Key information about the position:
Reference: CLS/RH/2026.769 / Contract type: Permanent contract at 100% / Start date: as soon as we find the right person / Location: in the heart of Lausanne (M2 stop "Riponne" or Bus 2, 3 or 21 stop "Beaulieu-Jomini")
Why do we need you?
Following the departure of the current post holder and the evolution of the Care Management organisation, driven by the arrival of a new Director of Nursing, we are looking for a Head Nurse Coordinator of Care Units to support this new dynamic.
What will you be expected to do?
- Lead and optimise the organisation of nursing activities in collaboration with the managers to ensure efficient, safe and quality care for our patients
- Work closely with the Director of Nursing on the strategic development of the department, as well as the promotion and deployment of nursing activities in accordance with institutional policy, and act as deputy in their absence
- Promote a managerial culture based on trust, participation and respect, encouraging autonomy and accountability among managers and care teams (149 FTE)
- Support the professional skills development of collaborators and managers by defining the necessary training directions and plans to achieve objectives
- Contribute to the department’s budget management (FTE, medical equipment, devices) and to risk and quality management through institutional dashboards
- Lead and implement projects that will address today’s and tomorrow’s challenges, acting as a true driver of continuous care improvement
Who will you work with?
- Joining the team of Mr Kiril Massuk, Director of Nursing, means working alongside a manager who combines clinical expertise, strategic vision and closeness to his teams. His calm and unifying leadership is based on listening, trust and empowering everyone. Attentive to skills development and continuous improvement, he creates an environment where collaboration, commitment and quality of care allow everyone to flourish and contribute to collective success.
What do we expect from you?
Essentials:
- HES nursing diploma or equivalent qualification recognised by the Swiss Red Cross and advanced management training
- Several years of professional and hospital experience
- Proven experience in managing care teams and supervising managers
- Good knowledge of the Swiss healthcare system and its challenges
- Management, organisational and planning skills and ability to lead projects
- Ability to unite multidisciplinary teams by fostering trust, accountability and collaboration
- Excellent communication skills
- Strategic vision combined with strong proximity to field realities
- Ability to develop skills, support managers and promote a culture of continuous improvement
Your assets:
- Experience in a coordination or nursing management role
- Holding a Master’s degree in nursing management
- Innovative mindset and ability to evolve practices based on the needs of teams and patients
Why choose La Source Clinic?
- Join the largest private clinic in the canton of Vaud
- The atmosphere of a human-scale clinic with the challenges of a health institution with diverse activities oriented towards the future
- Attractive employment conditions and social benefits
- Because our values define who we are: Unique - Respectful - Innovative - Responsible
What are the next steps?
- Do you identify with this offer? Sabine Sadowski, HR Recruitment Specialist, looks forward to receiving your complete application (cover letter, CV, certificates and diplomas) directly online at https://emploi.lasource.ch
- The position does not suit you but you are interested in another opportunity at the Clinic? You can register at https://emploi.lasource.ch to receive our upcoming offers by email.
Important information!
Applications sent by email or post will not be processed. Applications for job offers are exclusively made via our online platform. If you encounter technical difficulties during your application, please do not hesitate to call 021 641 35 74; we will be happy to assist you.
