Working as a Nurse in Germany

Necessary Conditions:

• Nursing Diploma: It is required to have a nursing diploma whose equivalency is recognized in Turkey.
• Knowledge of German Language: German language proficiency certificate at level B2 (TestDaF, Goethe Zertifikat, etc.).
• Certificate of Equivalence: Obtain a certificate of equivalence for the nursing diploma from the competent authority in Germany.
• Professional Experience: At least 2 years of professional experience in the field of nursing is required.
• Health Report A health report showing that there are no health problems that would prevent you from working in Germany.
• Visa: To complete the necessary procedures to obtain a work visa.

Responsibilities:

• Assessment and care of patients
• Implementation of treatment plans
• Use of medicines and medical equipment
• Informing and supporting patients and their families
• Teamwork and communication skills
• To be able to adapt to shift work tempo

Documentation:

• Nursing diploma and transcript
• German language proficiency certificate
• Certificate of equivalence
• Certificate of professional experience
• Health report
• Passport and visa

Application Stages:

• Obtaining language proficiency and equivalency certificates
• Searching for job vacancies on the internet or in relevant institutions
• Preparing CV and cover letter in German
• Contacting employers and participating in interviews
• Signing the employment contract after successful interview
• To complete visa procedures

Advantages of Nursing in Germany:

• High salary and benefits
• Modern working environment and equipment
• Professional development opportunities
• High standard of living
• Opportunity to work in Europe

Associations and Organizations Active in Nursing in Germany:

1. German Nurses Association (Deutscher Berufsverband für Pflegeberufe - DBfK)
2. German Nursing Council (Deutscher Pflegerat - DPR)
3. German Nurses Association (Verband der Pflegedirektorinnen und Pflegedirektoren im Krankenhaus e.V. - VPD)
4. German Pediatric Nursing Association (Arbeitsgemeinschaft Kinderkrankenpflege e.V. - AKK)
5. German Geriatric Nursing Association (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Geriatrische Pflege e.V. - DGG)

Being a member of these associations and organizations provides nurses with advantages such as following professional developments, communicating with other professionals in the field of nursing, defending their professional rights, and participating in training and courses.