General Nursing
Pflegefachmann/Pflegefachfrau
Program Code: HEA-NUR-01
Train as a Pflegefachfrau or Pflegefachmann through generalist nursing education in Germany. The program combines nursing school with practical training in hospitals, residential care and home care. Trainees learn to care for patients of all ages, including medical, geriatric and pediatric nursing. Skills include wound care, hygiene, mobility assistance, medication management, emotional support and interdisciplinary teamwork.
Duration
3 years
Stipend
€1,340-1,580
Theory
30%
Practical
70%
Program Description
Generalist nursing training combines theoretical instruction at a Pflegeschule with practical experience in hospitals, clinics, nursing homes and home care. Since 2020, the Pflegeberufegesetz has brought the previously separate general, geriatric and pediatric nursing routes into this shared training framework. The generalist qualification is Pflegefachfrau or Pflegefachmann. Daily activities include assessing patient conditions, planning and implementing care, monitoring vital signs, wound dressings, medication administration and psychosocial support. Trainees learn procedures such as infusions and catheter care under supervision, collaborate with doctors, therapists and families, and document care digitally. Practical placements introduce different settings and age groups, including internal medicine, surgery, geriatrics and pediatrics. Nursing work can include nights and weekends. School topics include anatomy, physiology, pharmacology, ethics and nursing science. The training develops clinical skills, hygiene practice, patient communication, empathy, resilience and teamwork. Applicants can prepare by improving their German and medical vocabulary, gaining care experience and practising for interviews. Further study and additional qualifications can lead to specialisation, teaching or management roles.
Skills You'll Gain
technical Skills
- Wound Care and DressingsAdvanced
Assess, clean, and dress wounds; apply sterile techniques to prevent infections.
- Infusion and Blood DrawsAdvanced
Perform IV insertions, blood sampling, and punctures under medical supervision.
- Vital Signs MonitoringIntermediate
Measure blood pressure, pulse, temperature, and oxygen levels accurately.
- Medication AdministrationAdvanced
Prepare, verify, and administer oral, IV, and topical medications safely.
- Hygiene and Infection ControlAdvanced
Implement hand hygiene, sterilization, and isolation protocols per standards.
- Mobility AssistanceIntermediate
Aid patient transfers, positioning, and rehabilitation exercises.
- Medical Equipment OperationIntermediate
Safe operation of various medical devices and monitors
soft Skills
- Patient CommunicationAdvanced
Empathize, explain procedures, and support emotionally in German.
- Team CollaborationAdvanced
Coordinate with doctors, therapists, and colleagues in multidisciplinary teams.
- Stress ManagementIntermediate
Handle high-pressure shifts, emergencies, and end-of-life care resiliently.
- Patient CommunicationAdvanced
Clear, empathetic communication with patients and families
- Team CollaborationAdvanced
Effective work within interdisciplinary healthcare teams
- Crisis ManagementIntermediate
Responding appropriately to medical emergencies
administrative Skills
- Digital DocumentationIntermediate
Record care plans, observations, and reports in electronic health systems.
- DocumentationAdvanced
Accurate patient record keeping and care documentation
- Care PlanningAdvanced
Development and implementation of patient care plans
clinical Skills
- Patient AssessmentAdvanced
Comprehensive evaluation of patient condition and needs
- Medication AdministrationAdvanced
Proper handling and administration of medications
- Wound ManagementAdvanced
Assessment, cleaning, and dressing of various wound types
- Vital Signs MonitoringAdvanced
Accurate measurement and interpretation of vital signs
Training Structure
Theoretical Training (30%)
The theoretical portion of your training takes place at vocational schools (Berufsschulen) where you'll learn the fundamental concepts, theories, and knowledge needed for your profession.
Practical Training (70%)
The practical component takes place at your training company, where you'll apply what you've learned in real work situations under the guidance of experienced professionals.
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