Community Mental Health Registered Nurse - North Community

• Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
• Permanent Part-time 0.6FTE position
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a cohesive multi-disciplinary team
• Must be registered with current APC and mental health scope of practice

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

We offer treatment and support services to a wide range of consumers including Tangata Whaiora. Currently struggling with severe and enduring mental health conditions, who have experienced difficulty in maintaining their wellness with previous community mental health services. 

About You

We are looking for an enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join the North Community team who will work closely with consumers and their whanau.

Under the North Community team, the case management position entails providing comprehensive psychiatric assessment, case management, and therapeutic interventions for our clients and their family/ whanau. You will work as a multi-disciplinary team member, where there is a strong focus on returning clients to primary health care sector following specialist input. You will be experienced with managing and responding to crises.

You will have experience working in mental health. Community experience is preferred. You must who have registration with a current APC and scope to practice in mental health. Full Driver’s license is essential.

Skills and experience

• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC and mental health scope.
• Skilled in assessing and managing risk.
• Ideally you will be a Duly Authorised Officer who has been trained and signed off as being able facilitate the MHA.
• You will work during normal office hours, Monday to Friday.  
• Must hold a Full Driver’s Licence and have a Mental Health Nursing Scope of Practice.

Working for 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 view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal before 11:59pm on Friday, 13th February. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lisa Gray at Lisa.gray2@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.