Registered Nurse – Christchurch Outpatients
- Casual position available in Christchurch Outpatients
- Outpatients Building located on Christchurch Hospital Campus
- Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC
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
This Registered Nurse position will be on the casual outpatient pool to cover shifts across Monday to Friday between the hours of 8am and 5:30pm. There are no nights or weekends/public holidays required.
We are seeking a Registered Nurse with a flexible schedule available to cover short notice shifts preferably with wound care, procedural assistance, cannulation and venepuncture experience.
About the Service
Christchurch General Outpatients works across two floors of our purpose-built facility. We provide nursing support and care for up to 24 different Specialities. Every day in Christchurch Outpatients is different with the Nursing team managing wound care, assisting in diagnostic procedures such as flexible cystoscopy, supporting minor surgery and procedures, as well as running nurse led clinics such as Phototherapy.
About You
You will be an energetic and reliable person and work proactively to provide high quality patient care. You should have excellent time management and be able to work well within a team.
Skills and Experience:
- Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
- Wound care, procedural assistance, cannulation and venepuncture experience preferred
- Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with a strong patient focus.
- Ability to work under pressure
- Excellent time management and attention to detail
- Work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team
- The ability to be adaptable, flexible and solution focused
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 Friday 31st July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz