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Nurse Practitioner / NP

Georgetown, DE · On-site

$120K - $130K/yr

Growing community health practice is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner / NP to work in a Primary Care setting near Georgetown, Delaware. Join a healthcare team that provides quality care and ...

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Nurse Practitioner / NP

Rock Island, IL · On-site

$115K - $145K/yr

Growing and collegial nursing home group is looking to hire a Nurse Practitioner in primary care in the Quad Cities Metropolitan area! Flexible schedule! No experience needed! About the company:

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How much do krankenpfleger jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for krankenpfleger in the United States is $26.34, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.14 and $30.77 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a krankenpfleger?

Krankenpfleger sind medizinische Fachkräfte, die für die Pflege, Betreuung und Unterstützung von kranken oder verletzten Menschen in Krankenhäusern, Pflegeeinrichtungen oder ambulanten Diensten verantwortlich sind. Sie übernehmen Aufgaben wie die Grund- und Behandlungspflege, die Verabreichung von Medikamenten und die Unterstützung bei diagnostischen und therapeutischen Maßnahmen. Krankenpfleger arbeiten eng mit Ärzten und anderen Gesundheitsberufen zusammen, um die Gesundheit und das Wohlbefinden der Patienten zu fördern.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a krankenpfleger?

To thrive as a Krankenpfleger (nurse), you need solid knowledge of patient care, medical procedures, and a completed nursing qualification (such as an Ausbildung or degree) with appropriate licensure. Familiarity with electronic health record systems, medical devices, and hygiene protocols is typically required. Compassion, stress resilience, and effective communication are crucial soft skills for supporting patients and collaborating with healthcare teams. These competencies ensure safe, high-quality care and smooth operations in demanding clinical environments.

What are some common challenges krankenpfleger face when working in a hospital setting?

Krankenpfleger often encounter challenges such as managing high patient loads, handling emotionally demanding situations, and responding to rapidly changing medical needs. The role requires excellent time management and communication skills to coordinate with doctors, therapists, and fellow nurses. Additionally, adapting to shift work, including nights and weekends, is common, and maintaining self-care is essential to prevent burnout. Support from colleagues and ongoing training can help address these challenges and contribute to a positive work environment.

What is the difference between Krankenpfleger vs Pflegefachkraft?

KrankenpflegerPflegefachkraft
Ausbildung: Krankenpfleger-Ausbildung (in einigen Bundesländern)Ausbildung: Pflegefachkraft (allgemein anerkannte Ausbildung)
Arbeitsumfeld: Krankenhäuser, PflegeeinrichtungenArbeitsumfeld: Krankenhäuser, Pflegeeinrichtungen, ambulante Dienste
Verwendung: Traditionell in Deutschland, teilweise noch gebräuchlichVerwendung: Modern, offizielle Berufsbezeichnung

Krankenpfleger und Pflegefachkraft sind eng verwandte Berufe im Gesundheitswesen. Während Krankenpfleger eine traditionelle Bezeichnung ist, wird heute die Bezeichnung Pflegefachkraft häufiger verwendet und entspricht den aktuellen Ausbildungsstandards. Beide arbeiten in ähnlichen Umgebungen und erfüllen vergleichbare Aufgaben, wobei die Pflegefachkraft die offizielle und modernere Berufsbezeichnung ist.

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Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Jackson Nurse Professionals

Atlanta, GA • On-site

Contractor

Posted 8 days ago

Job description

Jackson Nurse Professionals is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Acute Care for a travel nursing job in Atlanta, Georgia.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Long Term Acute Care
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 48 hours per week
  • Shift: 12 hours, days, nights
  • Employment Type: Travel
About Jackson Nurse Professionals

Filling critical needs in patient care, Jackson Nurse Professionals delivers cost-effective travel nurse staffing solutions to over 500 hospitals, outpatient clinics, and home health clients nationwide. Awarded Best of Staffing - Talent and Client 2024, and rated as a Top Workplace 2023 by the Orlando Sentinel, Jackson Nurse Professionals goes the extra mile to provide travel nurses the career they deserve, while providing clients with a large range of highly skilled nurses to fill short, long-term, and temporary assignments.


As a member of Jackson Healthcare’s family of award-winning staffing companies, we’re part of a growing community that’s impacting 10 million patients nationwide. Join our mission to improve the delivery of patient care, and the lives of everyone we touch.

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About Jackson Nurse Professionals

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Awarded Best of Staffing - Talent 2022 and rated as a Top Workplace 2022 by the Orlando Sentinel, Jackson Nurse Professionals connects today's travel nurse to awesome adventures in patient care. Since 2006, we've helped thousands of RNs and LPNs explore their favorite locations while filling critical needs in patient care at over 500 healthcare facilities across the U.S.

Industry

Recruiting and staffing services

Company size

501 - 1,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Maitland, FL, US

Year founded

2003

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