Head nurse for the geriatric unit (M/F/X) (Ref. 039-26)

The Iris Sud Hospitals, the Saint-Pierre University Hospital and the Brussels University Hospital (H.U.B) are part of a project for a strategic grouping of public and university hospitals in Brussels, supported by a favourable opinion from the medical councils. This dynamic strengthens collaboration between teams, while consolidating the stability of our establishments and supporting their evolution towards an ever more integrated and coherent care offer. It is a real opportunity to join a stimulating environment, driven by strong values of public service, clinical and academic excellence.

IRIS South Hospitals is looking for,

For the Geriatrics Unit at the Etterbeek-Ixelles site, a

 Head Nurse (m/f/x)

On a full-time permanent contract 

What does the job consist of?

As a head nurse, you play a key role as an interface between management and the field teams. You will ensure optimal organisational, material and logistical management of the geriatric unit in order to guarantee quality patient care. On a daily basis, you coordinate the operation of the department by managing the care team and organizing work (monitoring attendance, managing orders and stocks, etc.).

·      Optimize the service according to the available resources

·      To ensure the harmonious functioning of the care team so that everyone can fulfill their mission in an optimal way

·      Evaluate the team and participate in its continuous training

·      Ensure coordination with the multidisciplinary team (doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, dieticians, etc.)

·      Guarantee the processes of global patient care and their updating

·      Collaborate in the development of nursing policy and ensure its application

·      Supporting institutional projects

Your team and environment:

·      You will be supervised by Noureddine Rafiaa, Head Nurse

·      You will work in collaboration with Carine Obe, Deputy Head Nurse

·      You will supervise a team of 12 nurses, 6 nursing assistants and 1 logistics assistant.

·      The T11 is a unit that includes 24 beds with an occupancy rate of 95%.

·      You will work at the Etterbeek-Ixelles site, located at Rue Jean Paquot 65, 1050 Ixelles.

How about we talk about you?

Your training:

·      You are in possession of a bachelor's degree in nursing stamped and registered by the Brabant Medical Commission.

·      You have completed additional training related to the management of a team (executive school or Master's degree). If you are in training and have already passed the first year of the executive school or the Master's degree, you can also apply.

·      You have your specialization in geriatrics.

Your experience :

·      You have at least 5 years of experience as a nurse and you already have geriatric experience.

·      A first experience in team management is a real asset.

·      You have a good knowledge of Dutch : You are able to understand the patient's needs and communicate with your colleagues

Your skills :

·      Leadership: You will manage the service by guiding the care team and being the guarantor of HIS' values.

·      Communication: You communicate easily, which allows you to ensure upward and downward communication within the team and with the various health professionals (doctors, anesthesiologists, surgeons, etc.)

·    Assertiveness: You will propose organizational improvements and changes to schedule schedules to optimize the service, in collaboration with the assistant to the director.

·      Ability to anticipate and take initiative: You anticipate staffing needs for the coming months and adjust as needed.

·      Sense of priorities and ability to make effective and efficient decisions: In order to guarantee continuity of care.

·      Team spirit: You like to work in a team and you have a sense of collaboration. You follow up with your superiors and the doctor and you give indications and instructions to the members of your team.

·      Conflict management and reframing : You are on the front line in conflict management within your team. You know how to take the necessary measures.

What we offer you:

·      Type of contract: Permanent contract

·      Working time: 100% (38 hours/week) or 80% (30 hours 24 hours/week)

·      Hours: 7:30 am – 3:30 pm with occasional on-call duty.

·      Start date : 01/08/206

A series of benefits related to well-being at work :

·      A personalized integration process;

·      A training program that will accompany you throughout your career;

·      A possibility of mobility within the IRIS network;

·      A friendly working atmosphere and a balance between private and professional life;

·      The organization of team buildings;

·      Services that ensure the quality of life at work (organisation of massages during working hours, etc.);

·      The opportunity to join a hospital labeled "Ecodynamic Company", a major recognition of our commitment to quality care and sustainable practices

A whole series of fringe benefits:

·      An attractiveness bonus;

·      A collective social service that offers a whole series of benefits (various bonuses, discounts via benefits at work, holiday stays at attractive prices, etc.);

·      Preferential rates in all hospitals in the IRIS and Erasmus network (for you, your spouse, your ascendants and descendants at your expense);

·      Meal vouchers worth 7.30 euros;

·      A contribution to public transport costs of 100% for STIB, 80% for SNCB, TEC and DE LIJN and/or a bicycle allowance of €0.36/km

·      Language bonus of €150 gross per month, applicable after obtaining the language certificate article 10 or 12 from travaillerpour.be, you will have the opportunity to take Dutch courses free of charge during your working hours;

·      24 days of statutory leave and 5 days of extra-legal leave (+ special leave);

·      Anadditional pension via group insurance;

Remuneration based on IFIC scales (category 17) with resumption of seniority

·      Min: 4268,54€ (index: 2,1647)

·      Max: 6553.87 (index: 2.1647)

What does the recruitment process look like?

·      A telephone interview with Lucrèce Misonne, recruiter (40 minutes)

·      A managerial assessment by video with 2 recruiters (60 minutes)

·      An on-site interview with the management.

Want to join us?

Are you interested in joining our great team? Then apply now by completing our online application form before June 28, 2026

For any further information, do not hesitate to contact me on 02/739 85 19

See you soon

Lucrèce Misonne