Enrolled Nurse - Kennedy Unit

• Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
• Permanent 0.8FTE part-time position
• An enrolled nurse, with a mental health scope of practice
• Previous experience working with drug abuse and addiction is desirable

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 

Based at Hillmorton Hospital, Kennedy is a 6-bed inpatient unit providing specialist medical withdrawal management and stabilisation for people across the South Island seeking treatment for alcohol and /or substance dependence.

We are seeking an engaged and motivated Enrolled Nurse, who will work collaboratively with a consumer cantered approach to add value, expertise and energy to this stable and cohesive team.

About You

You will have exceptional communication, interpersonal skills and a commitment to quality patient care and education. You will build successful relationships with consumers and their families/whanau, which will be key to your success in this role and will enable you to achieve optimum outcomes. You will be reliable and conscientious and have a genuine interest in this exciting specialty within mental health. 

Previous experience in mental health, and specific experience working with alcohol and drug addictions is desirable. 

This is a permanent 0.8FTE role, that follows a 4 on 2 off, 3 on 3 off roster pattern (8hr shifts). This encompasses a rotating roster of morning, afternoon and night shifts.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

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 Wednesday, 6th May. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lisa Gray at Lisa.Gray2@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

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