ACNM – Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit
- 1.0FTE (40hours per week) permanent position
- Monday to Friday, with start times between 7:30am and 9:30am
- Based at Christchurch Hospital
Health
New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o
Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New
Zealanders.
About the Role and Service
An opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Nurse; with expert endoscopy knowledge and skills to join our team as an Associate Clinical Nurse Manager.
The Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit is a dynamic, patient focused unit. We pride ourselves in being innovative, forward thinking and up to date with technology and change.
The Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit undertakes 14,000+ diagnostic and interventional endoscopy procedures per year and provides other gastrointestinal services to the Canterbury population.
It
is also a secondary and tertiary referral service for the South Island, with a
strong research programme that is recognised internationally, in addition to an
active undergraduate and postgraduate medical teaching programme.
Most of our nursing team, work in the Gastrointestinal Endoscopy Unit; a purpose-built facility with eight procedure rooms and two recovery areas across two floors. The service also provides specialist endoscopy nursing support to other areas of the Christchurch Hospital campus such as Waipapa, Parkside Operating Theatres, Interventional Radiology, and ICU. The endoscopy unit is operational Monday to Friday, with an after-hours on-call nursing service.
Please
note this role is open only to current staff of Health New Zealand. Please do
not apply if you are not currently employed by Health New Zealand.
About You
We are looking for a dynamic individual who will provide effective leadership ‘on the floor’ in the endoscopy unit, supporting our staff and work closely with our senior nursing team.
You will have a passion for endoscopy and people and a commitment to quality improvements, ensuring optimum care is provided to our patients.
This role requires the following:
- Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC
- Strong leadership experience with highly effective interpersonal skills
- Expert knowledge and experience in the endoscopy nursing specialty
- Ability to manage complex situations, with an innovative and solution focused approach.
- Currently
hold or be working towards a relevant Post Graduate qualification.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Tuesday 15th September. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Please note this role is open only to current staff of Health New Zealand. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed by Health New Zealand.
Permanent/Full Time
Job no: PC4171738
Location: Christchurch
Closing Date: Tuesday 15th September