Head Nurse - Dialysis | Portugal
Job description
Do you have experience in dialysis and are you ready to take the next step into a leadership role?
Our client is a Portuguese healthcare provider with over 30 years of experience in dialysis and renal care. The organisation operates a network of specialised dialysis units, supporting patients throughout different stages of kidney disease—from prevention and assessment to diagnosis and treatment. With multidisciplinary teams, a strong focus on clinical excellence, patient-centred care, and continuous investment in modern technology, they are committed to delivering high-quality renal healthcare.
We are currently recruiting two Head Dialysis Nurses for the following locations:
Moita Dialysis Unit, approximately 30 minutes from Lisbon and 1 hour from Setúbal.
A dialysis unit in Central Portugal.
This is an excellent opportunity to lead a nursing team within a highly specialised clinical environment, where patient safety, organisation, and continuity of care have a direct impact on patients' lives.
In offer
Permanent full-time employment contract (40 hours per week) or the possibility of working under a service agreement.
Gross monthly salary between €2,000 and €2,500.
Additional salary supplements, where applicable.
Private health insurance and exclusive employee benefits.
The opportunity to join an experienced multidisciplinary team specialising in renal care.
Access to state-of-the-art technology and equipment.
Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
Immediate start available.
Your responsibilities
Lead, coordinate and supervise the nursing team.
Ensure compliance with clinical standards, protocols and best practices.
Plan, implement and monitor individualised care plans for dialysis patients.
Mentor, support and guide nurses and nursing students in their clinical practice.
Work collaboratively with physicians and the wider multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Monitor patients' clinical progress and ensure continuity of care.
Promote the highest standards of quality, safety and patient care throughout the unit.
What we're looking for
At least 5 years of professional experience in dialysis nursing.
Strong leadership, organisational and team management skills.
A recognised Nursing Specialisation registered with the Portuguese Nursing Council is preferred (the speciality does not need to be in dialysis).
Availability to start as soon as possible.
If you have dialysis experience and are looking for an opportunity to lead a team while contributing to the delivery of outstanding patient care, we would love to hear from you.
When applying, please indicate your preferred location: Moita or Central Portugal.