Nurse for the Internal Medicine and Stroke Unit (Ref 149-26)

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

     Hôpitaux IRIS Sud is looking for,

For the Internal Medicine and Stroke unit at the Etterbeek-Ixelles site,

A Nurse (m/f/x)

For a full-time or part-time (80%) fixed-term contract 

Why we are recruiting?

Within Hôpitaux Iris Sud, we emphasize the opportunity to develop and progress through ongoing training. As part of this, several of our staff members are participating in the "Project 600" (= a healthcare assistant or nurse training program specifically intended for workers in the public healthcare sector). Therefore, we are recruiting 2 nurses to strengthen our T12 team.

What pathologies are treated at T12?  

Our T12 unit is an internal medicine unit that also includes a stroke unit to optimize the management of stroke patients. Patients, whether or not they received thrombolysis in the emergency department, are transferred to this specialized cerebrovascular unit. They benefit from enhanced continuous monitoring and specialized, tailored care.

As a stroke unit nurse, you will join a multidisciplinary team within our NVC (neuro-cardio-vascular) pole. Currently, our stroke unit comprises 4 beds equipped with monitors and a parameter reading central station.

What does the job involve?

As a nurse at T12, you will provide general and specific nursing care. On certain days, you will be assigned to the internal medicine side, which comprises 22 beds:

·      Provide patient care: technical nursing procedures, parameter monitoring, preparation of medications according to medical prescription, assisting the doctor, hygiene and comfort care, etc.

·      Ensure quality follow-up: record patient data, parameters and performed procedures (e.g., Di-RHM), participate in shift handovers, participate in organizing and restocking the various areas of the unit, etc.

·      Inform, support and accompany patients and their loved ones

On other days, you will be assigned to the stroke unit, where you will provide close monitoring for stroke patients in order to restore or stabilize their health status.

·      Accompany the patient throughout their care journey: From admission to discharge from the stroke unit, including support during various examinations (CT scan, thrombolysis, etc.).

·      Provide specific patient care (in addition to standard care): taking parameters every fifteen minutes during the first hours, performing neurological score assessments, etc.

Your manager, your team and your environment

·      You will be supervised by Patricia Blondelet, Head Nurse, and Amandine Sion, Deputy Head Nurse.

·      The unit consists of 18 nurses, 3 healthcare assistants, 1 logistics assistant and 1 administrative staff member.

·      You will work at the Etterbeek-Ixelles site in Ixelles.

What you will love about this role

·      Versatility: You will have the opportunity to manage a wide variety of pathologies and intervene in diverse clinical situations that will stimulate your daily practice.

·      Skill diversification: You will be able to develop advanced technical and interpersonal skills (neurological monitoring, post-stroke care, patient education, etc.).

·      Team spirit: You will join a stable and close-knit team where a good mood prevails (last-minute replacements, schedule adjustments, good jokes, etc.). A positive working atmosphere that makes a difference every day.

What about you?

Your education

·      You hold a Bachelor's degree in Nursing (graduat) endorsed and registered by the Brabant Medical Commission.

·      You have completed your stroke training or are committed to taking it.

Your experience and knowledge

·      You already have experience or are looking for a first or new professional experience.

·      Experience in neurology or cardiology is an asset.

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

Your skills

·      You are able to remain calm even in critical situations. Keeping a cool head allows you to act efficiently and prioritize quickly without compromising the quality of care or communication.

·      You know how to manage your time and priorities to ensure optimal patient follow-up.

·      You are able to analyze, propose and collaborate actively. The exchange of ideas, listening and co-creation are an integral part of daily life at T12.

We also have a lot to offer you

·      Contract type: 1-year fixed-term contract

·      Working hours: 100% (38h/week) or 80% (30h24/week)

·      Schedule: Between 7:00 AM and 8:30 PM. For the stroke unit, shifts run from 8:00 AM to 7:30 PM. The night team consists of 2 permanent night nurses.

·      Start date: Variable depending on the availability of selected candidates.

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

·      A personalized onboarding path;

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

·      Opportunities for mobility within the IRIS network;

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

·      Organization of team buildings;

·      Services focusing on quality of life at work (organization of massages and light therapy sessions during working hours, etc.);

·      The opportunity to join a hospital labeled as an "Ecodynamic Enterprise", a 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 various benefits (various bonuses, discounts via benefits at work, attractively priced holiday stays, etc.) and other benefits with our partners;

·      Preferential rates in all hospitals of the IRIS network as well as Erasme (for you, your spouse, your dependent ascendants and descendants);

·      Meal vouchers with a value of €7.30;

·      Coverage of public transport costs at 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 article 10 or 12 language certificate from travaillerpour.be; you will have the opportunity to take free Dutch classes during your working hours;

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

·      A complementary pension via group insurance;

Remuneration based on indexed IFIC scales (50% category 14 and 50% category 15), with recognition of seniority:

·      Min: €3,379.86

·      Max: €5,339.19

What does the recruitment process look like?

• Telephone exchange with Lucrèce Misonne (Recruiter): 30 minutes
• Interview with Amandine Sion (Deputy Head Nurse), Anne Regnier (Head of Nursing) and Lucrèce Misonne (Recruiter): 45 minutes

Want to join us?

Apply up to and including November 30, 2026 by completing our online application form.

How to contact us?

For any additional information related to the position, contact Anne Regnier, Head of Nursing, at 0499 86 89 46.

For any other questions, contact Lucrèce Misonne at 02/739 85 19.