The search for nursing specialists has now even brought the Tirol Kliniken to South America. It is a “country of the same values”. An agency is recruiting potential employees – the first are expected in June.
Above all, the lack of staff – as reported – led to the blocking of 222 beds in Tyrolean hospitals. For the healthcare sector, the situation is not glossed over in an internal circular at the clinic. There is talk of the “effects of the wave of retirements in the baby boom generation” and of “baby boomers” leading to vacancies not being filled.
Agency is now recruiting in South America
It is said that a recruitment process has started in Colombia with a specialized agency. “In this specific case, it concerns well-trained Colombian nurses”, and they would not find enough suitable work in their own country. About 50 percent of university graduates in the care sector will then be unemployed. And half of those who find a job would only have a temporary contract.
The first five nurses from Colombia should therefore arrive as early as June, followed by another two a few weeks later – initially at the State Nursing Clinic. Their four-year bachelor’s degree is comparable to Austria, and the B2 level of German (“good intermediate level”) is a prerequisite for employment.
“Residents share a similar value system”
The management tries to dispel any concerns about cultural differences in the circular: “Colombia, like Austria, is a Catholic or Christian country and the inhabitants therefore share a similar value system.” The attitude towards patients is very similar to ours. In principle, the intention is to employ the new nursing staff in all Tirol Kliniken homes in the future.
Employees encouraged to help with integration
Salary & classification: After recognition of the training (nostrification), a classification as a qualified nurse (DGKP) is planned. The clinic appeals to the employees to help the new colleagues from South America get used to it. Cooking together, going on excursions and generally being included in leisure plans are encouraged.
Source: Krone
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