Nursing Jobs In The Netherlands

Are you looking for nursing jobs in the Netherlands? At Eduployment, we offer a wide variety of opportunities for EU nurses. In the form of programmes for bachelor nurses or those with vocational nursing qualification, assistant nurses, and Erasmus interns.

Your nursing career in the Netherlands starts with gaining valuable experience in long-term care. You learn how Dutch healthcare works in practice. You improve your professional Dutch and work with Dutch standards and protocols. You also gain experience within a Dutch healthcare team. This experience prepares you for the next step in your nursing career. After gaining relevant Dutch work experience and completing your agreed commitment period, you can explore other nursing opportunities, including hospital nursing. Your options depend on your professional background, ambitions and the future employer’s requirements.

We believe in personal support. That’s why every nurse participating in our programme receives a Personal Development Plan. This is tailored to individual goals, ensuring real progress in your nursing career.

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About our nursing job programmes in the Netherlands

Since 2002, this has been the Eduployment way to a secure future for those looking at nursing jobs in the Netherlands for foreigners or planning to work abroad as a nurse. Our nursing job programmes are built on equal opportunity, trust, clarity and care, and partnerships that matter.

Before you land a nursing job, you need to start with our tried and trusted Dutch language course (online). This is the case for all our programmes.

Are you an EU-resident already holding a bachelor’s degree in nursing / vocational nursing qualification? Or a student nurse on your way to obtaining one? This course will help you master the language up to level A2 (for the Erasmus+ programme) and B1+ (for the CV-Boosting programme). You will also be able to continue to level B2 later on.

After completing the course, we welcome you to the Netherlands to begin your career in Dutch healthcare. You will start familiarising yourself with your colleagues and clients in one of our partner healthcare institutions.

For whom are our nursing job programmes?

Starting a nursing career in the Netherlands can take different forms depending on your background and experience. Our programmes guide nurses at every stage. Erasmus students exploring opportunities in Dutch healthcare; qualified bachelor / vocational nursing qualification nurses or assistant nurses ready to begin their professional journey in the Netherlands.

For bachelor / vocational nursing qualification EU nurses and assistant nurses

First, you will follow our online Dutch language course, from the comfort of your home, up to level B1+. Once you successfully compete it, we will welcome you to the Netherlands. You then commence your nursing career in Dutch healthcare, start earning your rewarding salary with extras, and enjoy your own fully furnished accommodation that we prepare for you before you arrive. All of this comes with continued support and excellent coaching from Eduployment.

Read about our programmes for bachelor / vocational nursing qualification nurses

For assistant nurses (Greek SAEK and Italian OSS-S (Terza S)), we even have a fast-track MBO-V programme for you to become an registered EU-recognised nurse!

Read about our programmes for assistant nurses

For Erasmus nursing students

Start our online Dutch language course and work toward level A2. After completing the course, you begin your Erasmus+ internship in a Dutch elderly care home. You work alongside Dutch healthcare professionals and gain hands-on experience. Besides that you also continue developing your Dutch and professional skills.

Want to continue your nursing career in the Netherlands after your internship? Move on to our CV-Boosting Programme for EU Bachelor Nurses (or those with vocational nursing qualification) or Assistant Nurses. These programmes prepare you for long-term employment in Dutch healthcare.

After gaining relevant Dutch work experience and completing the agreed commitment period, you can explore further education, specialisation or opportunities in other areas of healthcare, including hospitals.

Read about our programme for Erasmus nursing students

What’s in it for you as a future nurse in the Netherlands?

When you apply for a nursing job in the Netherlands through Eduployment, you invest valuable time and effort into the preparation for working as a nurse at one of our partner healthcare organisations. In return, we take care of the rest. Among other things, we offer you:

A free online Dutch language course to get your language skills to the required level of a professional nurse in the Netherlands;

Full coaching and support during the whole programme: study, paid work and beyond;

Arranged housing. A fully furnished private studio (no sharing) ready for you upon your arrival in the Netherlands;

Competitive salaries with extra payments for irregular hours, overtime, Sundays and public holidays;

A Personal Development Plan for personal and professional growth;

Specialisation opportunities paid for by your employer, with study time that your employer counts as work time (you receive salary while specialising!);

Eduployment is one of the best and oldest in the field and, most importantly, not just another nursing recruitment agency in the Netherlands. We ensure you are not just another applicant, but a valued nursing professional. Our nursing job programmes are built on equal opportunity, trust, clarity and care, and partnerships that matter. Through our expertise in foreign nurse recruitment and support, we make sure your transition is smooth and your future secure.

Want to talk to us personally?

We’d love to hear from you. Whether you have questions about our programmes for nursing professionals, language training, housing, or registration as a nurse in the Netherlands, we’re here to help.

At Eduployment, we believe that personal support makes all the difference. We listen, guide, and give clear answers, so you can take your next step with confidence.

Ready to start your journey to living and working as a nurse or assistant nurse in the Netherlands? Don’t hesitate to reach out. We’re here for you.

Real stories from our students

Bigyan Paramita Pattanaik

As a nurse, I was looking for an opportunity to work in the Netherlands, and Eduployment made that dream come true. They supported me at every step of my journey and gave me the opportunity to learn Dutch, including the language of nursing.

Through Eduployment, I got a job in the Dutch healthcare system, and they continue to support me at every step of my career. I truly appreciate the guidance, encouragement, and dedication of the entire team.

Thank you to the whole Eduployment team! Because of your support, I am where I am today.

Ana Munaiz

“I think Eduployment is a good option for people who don’t know the language and want to live and work in the Netherlands. Because it has an online course with flexibility that adapts to individual rhythms. It also offers accommodation, depending on the city it can be a big challenge to find something on your own. In short, Eduployment gives the boost to start your life in a new country.”

Sylvia Agarici

“If you’re a nurse looking for a seamless move to the Netherlands, Eduployment is your ultimate partner! From day one, they were by my side—starting with my very first Dutch lesson, guiding me through the BIG registration process, and even helping me secure my own apartment in the Netherlands. Moving abroad can be overwhelming, but with Eduployment’s support every step of the way, the transition felt smooth and stress-free. Their team made what seemed daunting into an exciting journey!”

Matthias Christen

“The teachers and management of Eduployment were always available to answer questions. I had some difficulties feeling at home in the Netherlands. The aftercare offered by Eduployment made this a lot easier. They guided me throughout my whole two-year contract.”

Tonia Karapidaki

“It is pleasant that Eduployment supports me still. We recently moved into a very nice apartment. Eduployment was there to help us move. Someone even came by with a screw driver to help us assemble some cabinets, and a pipe wrench to connect the washing machine.”

Altea Koutsiouki

“The collaboration with Εduployment started about two years ago. Within a year I was able to speak and understand Dutch at a good level. After arriving in the Netherlands, the challenges I faced were many, but step by step and with patience, I can proudly say that one year later I have managed to achieve many of my goals and, most importantly, I have slowly gained the confidence I needed to grow professionally! During this time, Εduploymet supported me every time I needed it. Here’s to what’s to come next!”

Inês Ramos

“Dutch is a bit difficult at first, but it is possible! You have to focus on it. Learning Dutch should be your job; you should spend a lot of time learning a new language. I’m glad I decided to learn Dutch with Eduployment.”

Asta Kuodiene

“I was among the first group to be trained by Eduployment. We received excellent guidance and were able to make a good start with our Dutch employer. Some of my colleagues are still working there. I always wanted to work in forensic psychiatry. Thanks to my good knowledge of Dutch, help from Eduployment and the start in the Dutch nursing home, I succeeded.”

Ágnes Hajas

“I really like this job, because here every day is a challenge and that’s what I like. After I started, I passed the national knowledge test for triage assistant within five weeks. My audits are good and, in the meantime, I have also obtained my diploma. I am very satisfied with what I have achieved. The free language course from Eduployment was a very good investment!”

Alberto Soto

“The support of Eduployment was much needed, because we had no idea about the Dutch system. This support meant a lot to me, because most procedures require several steps that are difficult to solve on your own. Furthermore, the Eduployment team visited us a lot in the beginning to talk to us about how things were going and if we had any questions. That is very nice.”

About our partner healthcare institutions

Our partner healthcare organisations give participants their first work experience in Dutch long-term care. Participants support elderly clients in residential and nursing care settings.

They improve their professional Dutch and learn Dutch healthcare standards and working practices. They also gain experience within a multidisciplinary care team. This experience prepares participants for further roles in Dutch healthcare.

Curious about our organisation? Read more about our Eduployment Programmes so you are ready to take up nursing jobs in the Netherlands.