What does a Intensive Care Nurse do?

You care for and monitor critically ill patients in intensive care.

What education does Intensive Care Nurse require?

College of Higher Education (48 months)

How much does a Intensive Care Nurse earn?

Entry ~CHF CHF 75'000, mid ~CHF CHF 92'000 per year (approximate).

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Intensive Care Nurse

Health & Medicine

Intensive care nurses look after critically ill patients in intensive care units. They monitor vital functions, operate life-support equipment, and work closely with medical teams. Resilience and expertise in emergency medicine are essential.

Entry

~CHF 75'000

CHF 6'250/Mt.

Mid

~CHF 92'000

CHF 7'667/Mt.

Senior

~CHF 115'000

CHF 9'583/Mt.

Approximate values — salaries may vary by region, employer and experience.

📚 Education

LevelCollege of Higher Education

Duration48 months

Your path to Intensive Care Nurse

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Secondary School

You are here

Apprenticeship (EFZ)

Basic training first

3–4 years

Work Experience

Gain experience

1–2 years

College of Higher Education

Advanced specialization

2–3 years

Career Start

HF Diploma

Starting salary: CHF 75'000/year

Academic Requirements

🔢 Mathematics5/10

🔬 Science7/10

💻 IT5/10

🔧 Manual6/10

🎨 Artistic2/10

📊 Ratings

⚖️ Work-Life-Balance4/10

🎨 Creativity3/10

🤝 Social Contact8/10

💪 Physical Demands8/10

📈 Career Growth7/10

🔮 Future Outlook9/10

🔥 Demand (current)9/10

✨ AI Risk2/10

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