Qualified Nurse as Deputy for the Wernicke Special Unit

University Clinic for Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy

from 16 November 2026 (limited until 31 December 2026)

At the University Clinic for Adult Psychiatry and Psychotherapy, we care for 18 people with complex psychiatric disorders and acute crises on the Wernicke ward. Our team specialises in the treatment of psychiatric movement disorders such as catatonia and treatment-resistant depression. Thanks to our proximity to somatic medicine, we provide our patients with comprehensive care. Would you like to become part of our dedicated team and contribute to the recovery of our patients with your expertise and empathy?

Your tasks

• You ensure individual, professional care and accompany our patients through complex recovery processes
• In acute crisis situations, you act confidently and with empathy – your calmness and expertise make the difference
• As a key contact person, you take responsibility for the entire care process and contribute significantly to continuity in therapy
• You bring your ideas and expertise to the further development of our care concepts – your voice counts!
• In the interdisciplinary team, you work closely with professionals from various disciplines to achieve the best possible outcome for our patients

Your profile

• You hold a diploma as a qualified nurse HF / FH and have essential experience in psychiatric nursing
• Your empathy and high level of expertise make you a valuable support for our patients and their relatives
• Even in challenging situations, you remain calm and composed, show initiative and take responsibility
• You appreciate teamwork and actively contribute your ideas – shared successes motivate you
• A careful, independent way of working is natural to you, and you enjoy mastering everyday life with a healthy dose of humour

Your contacts

Amina Gasser

Amina Gasser answers your specialist questions: T: +41 58 630 75 15

For questions about the application process, please contact

Nicole Portner

Email: bewerbungen@upd.ch T: +41 58 630 96 71

The UPZ

The University Psychiatric Centre Bern (UPZ) is the leading competence centre for psychiatry and psychotherapy in the capital region as a university clinic. It ensures psychiatric care in the canton of Bern along the entire care chain, from early detection through outpatient, day clinic and inpatient therapies to rehabilitation and forensics. With over 30 locations, the UPZ offers a comprehensive care network. In addition, the UPZ makes an important contribution in the areas of teaching, training and research.

Learn more

https://jobs.upz-bern.ch/de/warum-upz

Your workplace

University Psychiatric Services Bern, Murtenstrasse 21, 3008 Bern