Care21
Zürich
Head of Nursing Development (80-100%)
- 12 October 2026
- 80 – 100%
- Permanent position
- Zürich
About the job
For an established healthcare institution in the Zurich area, we are looking for a committed individual to lead nursing development, starting immediately or by arrangement.
In this responsible role, you will take on a central position in the professional and strategic advancement of nursing. You will combine nursing science expertise with quality development, project management, and leadership, actively shaping the future direction of nursing.
In this responsible role, you will take on a central position in the professional and strategic advancement of nursing. You will combine nursing science expertise with quality development, project management, and leadership, actively shaping the future direction of nursing.
Your Tasks
- Strategic and professional development of nursing in collaboration with the responsible nursing management
- Professional leadership and development of a cross-departmental expert committee in the nursing field
- Development, introduction, and continuous advancement of nursing standards, concepts, and guidelines
- Planning, coordination, and implementation of nursing projects as well as interprofessional development projects
- Participation in internal clinical and overarching expert and steering committees
- Advising and supporting managers and nursing specialists on professional and development-related issues
- Supporting and enabling nursing teams in implementing changes and new standards
- Promoting evidence-based and quality-oriented nursing practice
- Co-shaping innovation, digitalisation, and change processes
Our Requirements
- Completed Master’s degree in Nursing Science or Master of Science in Nursing, or a corresponding degree near completion
- Sound knowledge of evidence-based nursing as well as quality and care development
- Experience in optimising clinical processes and implementing change processes
- Strong strategic and conceptual thinking
- High organisational skills and experience in leading or coordinating projects
- Enjoyment of interprofessional collaboration
- Excellent communication skills and convincing leadership competencies
- High sense of responsibility and an independent, solution-oriented working style
- Interest in innovation, digitalisation, and continuous nursing development
Your Prospects
- You can expect a committed and interprofessional working environment with scope for creativity and short decision-making paths. The position offers you the opportunity to actively shape nursing development and contribute your own ideas in a modern medical setting.
- Furthermore, you will benefit from attractive employment conditions, contemporary social benefits, various health promotion offers, and diverse opportunities for professional and personal development.
