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Operating Room Nurse

On-site in Palma·Full-time·Added 2 days ago (last checked 21 Oct)

Quironsalud

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Overview

Work mode: On-site, Palma
Contract: Permanent contract, full-time hours
Hours: Rotating shifts · Includes weekends
Relocation: A relocation package
Education: University degree
Benefits: Flexible pay plan, meal vouchers

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Skills

Surgery

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

We are looking for you if you work well in a team, if you know how to respond appropriately during interventions, and if you adapt to stressful situations, tolerating pressure and possessing decision-making capacity.

Taking responsibility for direct patient care, in accordance with the nursing care plan of the patients under your charge, ensuring their safety during the care process.
Making the necessary entries in the patient's medical history.
Training in a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing or Diploma in Nursing.
At least 3 months of experience as an anesthesia/PACU or resuscitation nurse, advanced life support, sterilization techniques, specific nursing techniques.

Nice to have

Training in a Nursing Degree or similar.
Valuable experience of at least 6 months in the Surgical Area.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

A stable project, with permanent contracting.
Full-time employment of 37.45 h/Week.
Shifts, from Monday to Sunday, with rotating shifts.
Accommodation during the first months if you are coming from outside the island.
Flexible compensation plan (private health insurance for you and your direct family members, restaurant tickets, childcare, and transportation).
Continuing education, we have a Corporate University, a platform where you can benefit from Quirónsalud's training courses, conferences, and events and access personalized talent and professional development plans.
As part of the #familia #Quirónsalud, you will be able to benefit from exclusive advantages, as well as participate in a discount program with other partner companies, tickets to sporting events, a volunteering program, and many more benefits.

The role

A person to join the Operating Room service at HQS Palmaplanas to carry out the function of nurse to cover a vacancy in the Surgical area.

Your mission will be to provide care and attention to patients during preparation before the intervention and in Post-Anesthesia Recovery, and to remain constantly alert to their condition following medical instructions in order to provide excellent quality care in accordance with the center's protocols and policies.

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
Website: quironsalud.com

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.

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