Registered Nurse – Acute General Medicine
- 1 x 0.8FTE (32 hours per week) Permanent position available
- 1 x 0.9FTE (36 hours per week) Permanent position available
- Based in Ward 17, 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
As a Registered Nurse with an interest in acute general medicine, you’ll have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to contribute positively to a team. Well-developed assessment and organisational skills are imperative to this busy acute environment.
You will be provided with an extensive orientation programme, and for those with a desire to learn ongoing professional development opportunities are available. We have a strong commitment to your ongoing professional development and achieving best outcomes for patients.
We currently have two permanent part-time positions available at 0.8FTE (32 hours per week) and 0.9FTE (36 hours per week). Shifts are rostered across Monday - Sunday; morning, afternoon and nights and flexibility to work all shifts is required.
About the Service
Ward 17 is a 22-bed acute general medical ward. We work in a dynamic and fast paced environment with a supportive team and promote a restorative care approach when working with patients and their families.
About You
- Experienced Registered Nurse, demonstrating senior-level clinical expertise and leadership capability
- Experience in Acute care is highly desirable
- Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
- Solution focused, adaptable, self-motivated with the ability to think on your feet
- Excellent time management and interpersonal skills
- Excellent team player with the ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
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 Sunday 24th May. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Permanent/Part Time
Job no: PC4263754
Location: Christchurch
Closing Date: Sunday 24th May