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Pediatric ICU Nurse

On-site in Barcelona·Added 7 days ago (last checked 12 Oct)

Quironsalud

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Overview

Work mode
On-site, Barcelona
Experience
2+ years
Education
University degree

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

  • Have completed a degree/diploma in nursing.
  • Hold the accredited and registered qualification.
  • Minimum of 2 years of experience in a Pediatric ICU.
  • Experience with pediatric cardiac surgery patients is valued.
  • Experience in ECMO management is valued.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • Belong to the leading group in the healthcare sector
  • Professional development
  • Continuous Training
  • Benefits of working at Grupo Quironsalud, such as discounts and social benefits

The role

Would you like to work as a nurse at the Hospital Universitari Dexeus, a leading private healthcare center located in the city of Barcelona?

From Hospital Universitari Dexeus, we are pleased to announce the opening of our new Pediatric Intensive Care Unit.

This unit is equipped with the most advanced technology, and we are looking to bring together a team of highly qualified professionals to provide the best care for our patients.

What you'll do

Provide comprehensive care to the patient, promoting health education, in coordination with the rest of the team, applying the knowledge specific to their category and following the guidelines set by the center based on the care protocols of each area, contributing to providing an excellent quality service.

We are looking for dedicated nurses who are passionate about pediatric care and who bring at least 2 years of experience in a Pediatric ICU.

Functions:

  • Technical handling and equipment: Use, preparation, and control of clinical devices (incubators, ventilation, phototherapy, monitoring, pumps, etc.).
  • Care and communication: Respectful treatment of patients and families, providing appropriate health information and education.
  • Safety and identification: Verification of patient identity and compliance with care protocols.
  • Nursing care: Planning, execution, and recording of care, administration of medication via various routes, nutrition, and clinical monitoring.
  • Care support: Preparation for tests/interventions, support to the medical team, and organization of discharge.
  • Action in critical cases: Urgent care, resuscitation, and pediatric and neonatal stabilization.
  • Clinical techniques: Cannulation, wound care, monitoring, sample collection, ventilation, and specialized care.
  • Follow-up and quality: Recording in medical history, incident reporting, and orientation toward continuous improvement.
  • Training and collaboration: Professional updating, continuous training, and supervision of nursing assistants.
  • Prevention and safety: Hand hygiene and compliance with quality and safety standards.

About Quironsalud

Quirónsalud is Spain's largest private healthcare group, operating a vast network of hospitals, outpatient clinics, and specialized medical centers across the country. As part of the global Fresenius Helios group, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, from primary care to highly specialized treatments, and employs tens of thousands of healthcare professionals. The group is a leader in the Spanish private healthcare market, known for its advanced technology and patient-centered approach.

With its headquarters in Madrid, Quirónsalud has a strong presence throughout Spain, with major hospitals in Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca, and many other cities. For international healthcare professionals, Quirónsalud offers significant opportunities, though roles often require Spanish language proficiency and, for medical staff, official recognition of foreign qualifications. The group provides a structured environment with clear career paths in nursing, medical specialties, and hospital administration, making it a major employer for those looking to work in Spain's healthcare sector.

Industry
Healthcare
Founded
1934
Employees
30,000–50,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Barcelona, Palma de Mallorca and 9 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Quirónsalud is part of Fresnelius Helios, one of the largest private healthcare providers in Europe, offering potential for international career mobility.
  • The group operates over 50 hospitals and more than 100 outpatient centers across Spain, providing a wide range of job locations.
  • For medical roles, international professionals must have their qualifications recognized by the Spanish authorities (homologación) and be registered with the Spanish medical college.
  • Fluency in Spanish is generally required for patient-facing roles, as the group serves a predominantly Spanish-speaking population.
  • The company offers a structured career development system with opportunities in clinical, research, and management positions.

In their own words

About the company & team

Quirónsalud is the leading company in Spain in the provision of healthcare services. We have internationally renowned experts in the biomedical field and a large team of healthcare and non-healthcare professionals who work day after day to offer the best quality of care and specialized services in our country.

At Quirónsalud we want to count on the best professional talent to continue offering a differential healthcare service distinguished by its quality, its high level of specialization, and person-to-person health care.

Additional information

At Quirónsalud we promote integration and respect for diversity. Therefore, our selection processes will be carried out under these principles. Likewise, the company declares its commitment to establishing and developing practices that promote and foster equal treatment and opportunities between men and women, without discriminating, directly or indirectly, on the grounds of sex. This principle is part of our Corporate and People policy, in line with Organic Law 3/2007, of 22 March, for effective equality between both genders.

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