NURSING at Heidelberg University Hospital

Nursing at Heidelberg University Hospital: Expertise, responsibility and innovation
At Heidelberg University Hospital (UKHD), nursing is an independent and responsible profession that actively contributes to the success of the entire hospital. It is a central component of the interprofessional team and plays a decisive role in patient care. With a clear vision and continuous development, the nursing team ensures that every patient receives the best possible care.

Our values: quality, visibility and responsibility
Excellence in patient care and recognising nursing as a specialist are important to us. The new nursing website makes the expertise and responsibility of nursing visible - both within the hospital and beyond. Here, nursing demonstrates its professionalism and commitment to providing the best possible care.

Professional expertise and continuous development
We believe in care that is based on in-depth professional expertise and continuously works with the latest scientific findings. Our employees have the opportunity to develop professionally, whether in direct care or in specialised areas and management positions. We offer an environment that promotes autonomy and strengthens teamwork.

Innovation as the key to the future of nursing: innovation spaces for creativity and progress
Innovation is an essential part of our nursing culture. In our innovation spaces, we promote creative solutions and new approaches that improve patient care and further develop the nursing profession. These spaces enable us to scrutinise existing processes and implement new ideas through interdisciplinary collaboration.

Career paths in nursing
At UKHD, we offer a variety of career paths - from training to specialist and management levels to specialised scientific careers. Our Academy for Healthcare Professions combines theory and practice and supports individual development opportunities for our employees.

Nursing care at UKHD - a strong foundation for the future
Heidelberg is an innovative location that is also setting new standards in nursing care. As a leading university hospital, we are continuously working on the further development of our nursing care in order to meet the challenges of the future - with a clear focus on quality, innovation and collaboration.