Head Nurse for the Psychiatry Unit (m/f/x) (Ref. 096-26)

The Iris Hospitals South, the CHU Saint-Pierre and the Brussels University Hospital (H.U.B) are part of a strategic grouping project of public and university hospital institutions in Brussels, supported by a favorable opinion from the medical councils. This dynamic strengthens collaboration between teams while consolidating the stability of our institutions and supporting their evolution toward an increasingly integrated and coherent care offering. It represents a genuine opportunity to join a stimulating environment driven by strong values of public service, clinical and academic excellence.

Iris Hospitals South are looking for,

For the Psychiatry Unit

At the Molière Longchamp site

A Head Nurse (m/f/x)

Under a permanent full-time contract (38 hours/week)

Are you passionate about psychiatry and eager to play a key role and be a true driver in the development and innovation of care?

Join us at Iris Hospitals South, at the Molière Longchamp site, where a 30-bed psychiatry unit offers not only the opportunity to expand its capacity, but also immense potential to explore.

Thanks to multidisciplinary collaboration within our psychiatry unit and in alignment with our care department strategic axes, we are committed to providing top-tier care, combining expertise, competence, creativity and passion, all while putting the patient first with a distinctive human touch. Innovation is our driving force, and every day we redefine care standards together.

Each team member brings not only their expertise, but also their warmth and empathy to the department. We are proud to cultivate a pleasant atmosphere and a strong, lasting team spirit.

In addition to our existing unit, we are excited to announce the initiation and ongoing development of a psychiatric day hospital. This represents a genuine opportunity to contribute to the history and growth of these two essential pillars of our institution.

As Head Nurse, you will play a central role in coordinating teams, implementing best clinical practices, and developing strategies to meet the evolving needs of our patients. You will benefit from a working environment where staff are motivated and creative, ready to tackle challenges with commitment and dedication.

You will also have the opportunity to actively participate as a key player in building an ambitious and innovative institutional project.

What does the job involve?

As Head Nurse, you play a key interface role between management and field teams. You ensure optimal organizational, material and logistical management of the psychiatry unit to guarantee quality patient care. On a daily basis, you coordinate the operation of the department by managing the nursing team and organizing work (monitoring attendance, managing orders and stock, etc.).

· Optimize the department according to available resources

· Ensure the harmonious functioning of the nursing team so that everyone can fulfill their mission optimally

· Evaluate the team and participate in its continuous training

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

· Guarantee comprehensive patient care processes and keep them updated

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

· Support institutional projects

· Participate in the recruitment of nurses and the integration of new members into your team.

· Supervise students in collaboration with the reference nurse and the ICANES

You will work in close collaboration with the multidisciplinary team: doctors, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers.

What about you?

Your education:

· You hold a bachelor's degree in nursing endorsed and registered by the Medical Commission of Brabant.

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

· You have completed/are completing specialization in mental health and psychiatry

Your experience:

· You have a minimum of 5 years of experience as a nurse and already have psychiatric experience

· Prior team management experience is a real asset.

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

Your skills:

· Leadership: You manage the department by guiding the nursing team and upholding the values of HIS.

· Communication: You communicate easily, allowing you to ensure bottom-up and top-down communication within the team and with various healthcare professionals (doctors, anesthetists, surgeons, etc.)

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

· Ability to anticipate and take initiatives: You anticipate staffing needs for the coming months and adjust accordingly.

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

· Team spirit: You enjoy teamwork and have a strong sense of collaboration. You ensure follow-up with your hierarchy and the doctor and give directions and instructions to your team members.

· Conflict management and redirection: You intervene on the front line in managing conflicts within your team. You know how to take necessary measures.

What we offer you?

· Contract type: Permanent contract

· Working time: 100% (38 hours/week)

· Schedule: Monday to Friday am + on-call duties

· Start date: Depending on the selected candidate

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

· A personalized onboarding path;

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

· Mobility opportunities within the IRIS network;

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

· Organization of team buildings;

· Services ensuring quality of life at work (organization of massages during working hours, etc.);

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

A whole series of extra-legal benefits:

· An attractiveness bonus;

· A collective social service offering a range of benefits (various bonuses, discounts via benefits at work, attractive holiday stays, etc.);

· Preferential rates in all hospitals of the IRIS + Erasme network (for you, your partner, your ascendants and dependents); & other benefits with our various partners

· Meal vouchers with a value of €7.30;

· 100% contribution to public transport costs 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 article 10 or 12 language certificate from travaillerpour.be, you will have the opportunity to take free group Dutch lessons during your working hours);

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

· Supplementary pension via group insurance;

· Telephone subscription;

Remuneration based on IFIC scales (category 17), indexed, with recognition of seniority:

· Min: €4,268.54

· Max: €6,553.87

What does the recruitment process look like?

· Telephone interview with the recruiter: 45 minutes

· Managerial skills assessment: 60 minutes

· Selection interview with hierarchical line: 60 minutes.

Want to join us?

Are you interested in joining our great team? Then apply without delay by filling out our online application form until November 16, 2026

For any additional information regarding the position, contact Noureddine Rafiaa at 02/348 52 74

For any other questions, please feel free to contact me at 02/7398760

Nancy Naveau

Recruiter