Registered Nurse - Burwood Orthopaedic Outpatients
- Burwood Hospital – Orthopaedic Outpatient Department
- Part-time (0.9FTE) permanent position available
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.
About the Role
The Orthopaedic Outpatient Department is a busy department caring for patients with pre and post arranged elective orthopaedic surgery.
We are looking for a passionate energetic Registered Nurse preferably with orthopaedic experience who is willing to work towards or has completed the “Health Assessment of the Adult” paper as this is required to complete nurse led admissions. We would also highly favour plastering experience to work in our busy orthopaedic outpatient department.
We will provide a comprehensive orientation package in a supportive environment. Professional development is supported, and you will have the opportunity to attend trainings.
About the Service
The Orthopaedic Outpatient Department is based at Burwood Hospital. We care for patients aged from 15 years and above primarily focusing on the pre and post arranged elective orthopaedic surgery pathway. No day will be the same with a variety of tasks including nurse led preadmissions, post-operative clinics, wound management, casting, splinting, and patient education.
Shifts are rostered across Monday to Friday, between 8am and 5:30pm.
About you
You’ll have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well under pressure within a multidisciplinary team environment.
- Orthopaedic experience is preferable.
- Have or working towards “Health Assessment of the Adult” paper.
- Plaster skills is very desirable.
- Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in an inclusive team environment.
- A high attention to detail and the ability to relate to patients and their families.
- A good use of initiative and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent time management skills and a willingness to learn.
- Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
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, 8th July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lisa at Lisa.Gray2@tewhatuora.govt.nz
Please note this role is open only to current staff of Health New Zealand.
Permanent/Part Time
Job no: PC4180638
Location: Christchurch
Closing Date: Wednesday, 8th July