Once you successfully pass the exam and receive a license from the Ministry of Health, there are a number of ways to go about finding a job. One way is to directly contact the principle nursing service of major hospitals or health institutions. A list of various institutions that employ nurses can be obtained from the Nursing Division of the Ministry of Health. The major newspapers carry help-wanted ads, particularly on Fridays. While the English-language Jerusalem Post may carry some ads, the majority are to be found in the Hebrew papers.
Many medical institutions have a limited number of job slots for nurses.
Any additional employees are usually employed on a contract basis only. In many cases, nurses employed by contract are subsequently awarded a teken as they become available. Nurses' salaries are based on a standard scale and vary according to qualifications, responsibilities, grade, seniority and shift work. Your previous work experience is also taken into account when determining your grade and salary. New immigrants benefit from a graduated tax reduction during their first three years after aliyah.