Working as a Nurse in Germany

Job market for nurses in Germany

Germany has one of the largest needs for qualified nurses in Europe. Hospitals, care facilities and home-care services are looking for staff nationwide, especially in metropolitan areas and structurally weaker regions.

Recognition of foreign qualifications

Professionals with nursing training obtained abroad generally need recognition of their qualification by the responsible authority of the relevant federal state in order to work in Germany. German language skills at least at B2 level are usually required.

• Complete the recognition procedure in the responsible federal state
• German language skills usually from level B2
• Possibly an adaptation course or knowledge test

Everyday work and general conditions

Everyday work is characterised by clearly structured shift models, collectively agreed working conditions at many facilities, and a wide range of further training opportunities.