Registered Nurse – Ashburton Hospital
- Based at Ashburton Hospital, Ashburton
- Casual position available
- Bring your Acute medical or surgical experience to our team!
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
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our team at Ashburton Hospital. We currently have a casual position available.
You will work in a variety of wards at Ashburton Hospital, including the Acute Admitting Unit, Ward 1 and Ward 2.
Ashburton Hospital provides a range of Inpatient health services; both acute, and assessment treatment and rehabilitation.
The Acute Assessment Unit (AAU) at Ashburton Hospital provides 24-hour medical assistance for urgent accidents, injuries, or medical concerns.
Ward 1 is a 21-bed acute medical ward based at Ashburton Hospital. In this fast-paced environment, our team care for a wide variety of patients including high dependency, medical and palliative care patients.
Ward 2 is a General Medical, Assessment, Treatment and Rehab ward consisting of 18 beds.
Ashburton Hospital is one of only four level three rural hospitals in the South Island, and the largest rural health facility in Canterbury.
About You
- Experience in providing a high level of emergency care, resus and clinical skills
- Acute medical or surgical experience is essential
- A NZ Registered Nurse with current Annual Practising Certificate
- Confident practitioner with exceptional negotiating skill and knowledge
- Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a wide variety of people
- Flexible and adaptable with the ability to problem solve across all clinical areas of Ashburton Hospital when required
- Ability to work well under pressure within the nursing 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 Wednesday 3rd June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz