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Nurse Assistant (Pflegehelfer)

You support nurses and care teams with daily routines: hygiene, safe mobility, nutrition support, observation and clear reporting. This is a regulated area in Germany—formal requirements and permitted tasks can differ by federal state and facility scope.

Last updated: — Minimum wage baseline (DE): €13.90 gross/hour from 01 Jan 2026 CV mandatory: no CV — no review
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Informational only (not legal advice). Final eligibility depends on nationality, documents, employer requirements, and authorities.
Role snapshot

What this role really is

  • Practical help with daily living activities under a defined care plan.
  • Observation and reliable reporting (what you saw, when, and what changed).
  • Strict hygiene standards, confidentiality, and calm shift discipline.
Locations

Germany projects

Project-based demand across:

  • Berlin
  • Hamburg
  • Munich
  • NRW

Exact site type (elderly care / assisted living / support services) depends on the active project pipeline.

Candidate portrait

You are a strong fit if you…

  • Stay respectful and steady under pressure (care work is emotionally demanding).
  • Follow hygiene routines precisely and never improvise on infection-prevention steps.
  • Communicate clearly in simple English and are committed to learning job-critical German.
  • Document or report changes early (fatigue, confusion, skin issues, appetite changes).
What you will do

Core responsibilities (detailed)

  • Support daily routines: hygiene assistance, dressing support, bed making, and orderly room routines (scope depends on facility).
  • Assist with mobility: safe support when standing/walking, basic fall-prevention habits, and safe handling principles (as trained).
  • Support nutrition routines: meal assistance, hydration encouragement, and basic observation of intake (as instructed).
  • Observe and report changes to nurses/supervisors: mood, confusion, pain indicators, skin condition, appetite, and unusual behavior.
  • Follow hygiene and infection prevention standards: PPE discipline, hand hygiene, and clean handling of materials.
  • Maintain privacy and confidentiality; communicate respectfully with patients and families where relevant.
  • Support simple documentation/checklists where the workplace uses them (handover notes, routine logs, incident reporting).
Important: tasks in healthcare are scope-controlled. Some actions require specific training, supervision, or formal recognition depending on the state and facility.
What we look for

Requirements & screening criteria

Non-negotiables

  • CV in English (PDF preferred) — required for review.
  • Regulated reality: you must clearly demonstrate eligibility for care work in Germany (training/qualification pathway and documents).
  • Readiness to follow scope and instructions—no “improvised” clinical actions.
  • Strong hygiene habits and respectful communication.
  • Shift readiness (including weekends/nights depending on facility).

Typically required for clinical environments

  • German language is usually required for direct patient work; the level depends on scope and facility.
  • Proof of training/experience in care support (assistant role) with documentable tasks.
  • Clean professional conduct and reliability history.

What usually fails screening

  • Missing CV or unclear care experience (no facility types, no duties, no dates).
  • Assuming English-only is enough for regulated care tasks.
  • No documents supporting training/qualification pathway.
  • Statements that suggest unsafe scope (“I will do injections / procedures”) without authorization.
Pay baseline & clarity

Minimum wage baseline in Germany (01 Jan 2026)

All pay references on this page are gross (brutto). The statutory minimum wage baseline in Germany is €13.90 gross/hour from 01 Jan 2026.

  • Monthly offers must still meet the hourly-equivalent minimum baseline.
  • Shift premiums (night/weekend) depend on written terms and facility rules.
  • Regulated roles often require verification steps before final placement.

Example baseline (illustrative only): at 40h/week, €13.90 gross/hour is approximately €2,409 gross/month.

Working via a Polish company in Germany

Typical conditions (high-level, project-based)

When a Polish employer supports work on Germany-based care projects, onboarding is usually strict on documentation, scope limits, and hygiene compliance. Exact terms depend on project scope and written contract conditions.

  • Scope definition: tasks you may perform, escalation rules, and supervision model.
  • Shift organization: rota, handover format, and reporting channel.
  • Compliance focus: confidentiality, hygiene standards, and incident reporting.
  • Operational logistics: accommodation/transport/support policies depend on the project package and written terms.
  • Screening discipline: regulated roles often require document verification before a realistic start date is confirmed.
Best practice for faster screening: attach your CV and a short “care summary” (facility types, routines supported, shift exposure, and language level).

Informational only, not legal advice.

Job story

What a realistic week looks like

The first shifts are about orientation: routines, scope limits, hygiene rules, and how handovers work. Strong assistants learn the facility rhythm quickly and focus on safe, repeatable habits.

Midweek brings the real load: time pressure, sensitive communication, and patients with changing needs. The correct response is calm observation and early escalation—not silent improvisation.

The week ends with reliability: a clean handover, no missing notes, and a tidy work zone that protects hygiene standards.

Documents

Prepare these before applying

  • CV in English (PDF) + direct contact details
  • Passport scan + current location (country/city)
  • Certificates / training proof (care assistant / nursing assistant scope)
  • Short care experience list: facilities, dates, routines supported, shift type
  • Language proof (if available): English + German (recommended for regulated care settings)

Clear documents reduce verification time and improve response rates.

How to apply

Fast, structured application

  1. Create/Upload your CV: mavial.pl/en/cv.html
  2. Send your profile via the contact page: mavial.pl/kontakt.html
  3. We screen fit, verify documents, and contact you if the profile matches active demand and eligibility.

No CV — no review. This keeps screening fair and efficient.

FAQ

Common questions (Pflegehelfer in Germany)

Is Nurse Assistant / Pflegehelfer regulated in Germany?
Healthcare support roles are scope-controlled and can be regulated differently by federal state and facility type. Many pathways require formal training and/or recognition (equivalence assessment) before you can work in a defined scope.
Can I work in care in Germany with English only?
Screening can be done in English, but direct patient work usually requires German for safety and communication. The exact required level depends on the facility and role scope. If your German is limited, your options are typically narrower.
What is the minimum wage baseline in Germany from 01 Jan 2026?
The statutory minimum wage baseline is €13.90 gross per hour from 01 Jan 2026. Pay can be hourly or monthly, but the hourly equivalent must respect the baseline.
What documents matter most for screening?
An English CV (PDF), passport scan, and clear proof of care-related training/experience. Add facility types, routines supported, shift exposure, and any language certificates (especially German if available).

Informational only; not legal advice. Final eligibility depends on nationality, documents, employer requirements, and authorities.

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