Interim Nursing Team Lead

Role summary

Interim Nursing Team Lead is a temporary role at The Kusnacht Practice in Zollikon, Zurich, Switzerland (on-site). Posted 2026-09-01. Experience level: 5-10.

Job title

Interim Nursing Team Lead

Company

The Kusnacht Practice

Location

Zollikon, Zurich, Switzerland

Work arrangement

on-site

Employment type

temporary

Category

Healthcare Support

Experience level

5-10

Date posted

2026-09-01

Job description

What are we looking for

The Kusnacht Practice has an opening for a Team Lead Nursing Team . In this role, you will lead and support our nursing team to deliver the highest standards of care. You will manage daily operations, ensure seamless coordination with other departments, and provide training and mentorship to nursing staff and external service providers. With a strong focus on quality and compliance, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining excellence in patient care and service delivery. Additionally, you will be responsible for the management and implementation of the Critical Incident Reporting System (CIRS) within your area. This includes ensuring the proper documentation and analysis of incidents, fostering a culture of safety, and driving continuous improvement to enhance client care and minimize risks. You will work closely with the quality management team to address any identified issues and ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory requirements.

This position is offered on a 12-month fixed-term basis to provide maternity leave cover, with the possibility of extension beyond the initial term depending on business needs and organizational requirements .

Your Responsibilities

Manage and support the nursing team, fostering collaboration and a high-performance culture

Oversee daily operations, coordinate schedules, and ensure smooth collaboration with other departments

Plan and deliver training programs for new and existing nursing staff, including Live-in Counsellors and external nurses

Ensure compliance with medical protocols, hygiene standards, and company guidelines through regular audits and inspections

Perform clinical tasks such as blood draws, infusions, EKGs, and medication management

Manage incident reporting and follow-up, working with leadership to implement corrective measures

Oversee the ordering, preparation, and transport of medical samples in collaboration with partner laboratories

Monitor and maintain medical equipment, supplies, and hygiene standards

Liaise with external nurses, doctors, and partner pharmacies to ensure consistent and high-quality service delivery

Assist with onboarding and retesting of clients, including vital signs, allergy inquiries, and medical history documentation

Develop and update internal guidelines, processes, and checklists related to nursing and medication

You are/have

At least 5 years of professional nursing experience

Fluency in German and English (C1 level or above)

Completed training as “Pflegefachperson HF/FH“

Previous management experience in a similar setting is an advantage

Proven expertise in coordinating and managing medical services

Experience with infusions, blood draws, and electronic documentation systems

Strong organizational and leadership abilities

High sense of responsibility, independence, and flexibility

Strong social competence and customer orientation

Assertiveness, innovation, and excellent communication skills

Excellent IT skills, including proficiency in MS Office

Eligibility to work in Switzerland

What we offer

Lead & Shape Nursing Excellence – Take ownership of the nursing team, developing people, standards and ways of working while remaining connected to clinical practice.

Work at the Heart of Personalised Healthcare – Collaborate with a multidisciplinary medical team to deliver exceptional, highly individualised care to an international clientele.

Make an Impact & Grow With Us – Help shape the future of nursing within our evolving medical model, with the possibility of a contract extension beyond the initial term.

Contact Information

About us

At The Kusnacht Practice, we are passionate about helping clients make sustainable life changes. The Kusnacht Practice is renowned for its absolute, dedicated attention and precision, honesty and transparency in a warm and empathetic environment for all. We are a young, dynamic, rapidly growing business that is highly adaptable and constantly evolving. A career at The Kusnacht Practice means challenging yourself to always see opportunities, think bigger, and go the extra mile in caring for our clients and our team.