Frequently Asked Questions f0r healthcare

There is an unbroken demand of foreign healthcare workers to work in Germany. According to our forecast this will even increase. Foreign healthcare workers are expected to have excellent job opportunities in the upcoming years. It is therefore never too late to start to learn German and to prepare a work migration to Germany in order to work there as a nurse or physiotherapist.

 During your 2–3-year apprenticeship as a nurse in Germany you get a monthly salary. The amount depends on employer, the region in Germany and your success in negotiations about the salary. Currently nurse trainees are paid about 750-800 Euro per month in the first year of the apprenticeship. In the second year, payment is about 800-900 Euro a month. In the third year of the education period, nurses are paid about 930-1030 Euro a month. All sums are gross sums subject to taxation in Germany. 

EU citizens do not need a visa. All other applicants need to apply for a visa. You can check with VFS in your city for available slots. You can also reach out to our team for assistance.

 In all regions in Germany healthcare workers are employed by hospitals, specialized homes for elderly, in mobile services taking care about sick and elderly persons, in private and public clinics, or doctor's offices, as well as in several other specialized institutions.  

 Applicants from all countries can apply. There might be some restrictions due to local laws, international agreements, or other regulations for non-EU-citizens. However, we consult during the application process to guarantee a fully legal and quick start of work in Germany.  

You can choose from a huge variety of workplaces. First, you may choose to work in any city you want, e.g., Hamburg, Munich, Berlin, Cologne, Stuttgart, or smaller cities. Secondly you can choose to work either in hospitals, homes for elderly, health centers, care facilities, or specialist practices. Other options are short-term care services or in outpatient care.  

A typical workday for an employee working in a hospital in Germany may involve a variety of tasks and responsibilities, including caring for patients, administering medication, monitoring vital signs, and communicating with other members of the healthcare team. The employee may also be responsible for maintaining accurate patient records, documenting patient progress, and providing education and support to patients and their families. The work schedule may include working evenings, nights, weekends, and holidays, and may involve working in various departments within the hospital, depending on the needs of the patients. Additionally, the employee may be required to attend meetings and participate in continuing education and training to stay current with developments in the field. In case you are interested in working as a healthcare worker in Germany you should be prepared to take over the following tasks in detail:

• Reporting for duty at the start of your shift, which may be a morning, afternoon, or night shift, depending on the scheduling needs of the hospital.
• Reviewing patient charts and care plans to become familiar with the patients they will be caring for during their shift.
• Conducting patient assessments, which may include taking vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, pulse, and respiration), monitoring symptoms, and observing and documenting changes in patient condition.
• Administering medication and treatments as ordered by the physician, including intravenous (IV) medications, injections, and wound dressings.
• Assisting patients with activities of daily living, such as bathing, dressing, and grooming, and providing emotional support to patients and their families.
• Communicating with other members of the healthcare team, including doctors, other nurses, and healthcare assistants, to coordinate patient care and ensure that patients are receiving the appropriate treatments and services.
• Documenting patient care in the medical records, including vital signs, symptoms, treatments, and patient responses to treatment.
• Participating in regular staff meetings and continuing education and training to stay current with developments in the field of nursing and to maintain nursing licensure.
• Responding to emergencies and providing life-saving care as needed.
• Being on call for any urgent issues that may arise during off hours.