Registered Nurse - Clinical Services Unit

• Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
• Clinical Services Unit, Thursday and Friday day shift   
• Fixed term, part-time 0.4FTE position covering parental leave until 11th August 2026
• Must have scope to work in Mental Health

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. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

We are currently seeking a Registered Nurses with mental health experience for a fixed term 0.4 FTE role within the Clinical Services Unit at Hillmorton Hospital to work within the service coordinating, providing assessments and specific medical services to consumers.  A methodical, organised approach, exceptional interpersonal skills, being able to work under pressure alongside the ability to work collaboratively within a small but highly motivated team is required.

In addition to an extensive physical health knowledge the following skills are required

Undertaking wound assessment and dressing, referral to and communication  with Mental Health Services staff and other health care providers as required.

• Provision of effective phlebotomy service for the Mental Health consumers, current venepuncture endorsement is a requirement
• Assist in the safe provision of ECT.
• Undertaking ECGs for Mental Health Services inpatients and outpatients.
• Provision of a vaccination service for staff and consumers.
• Have a current CPR certificate 

This role will require you to work Thursday and Friday, day shift.

About You

This position requires a background in mental health, working as a Registered Nurse Nurse, and the ability to work both autonomously, and alongside the multidisciplinary teams you will be working with. The opportunity to cover in a variety of different settings across Specialist Mental Health Services, means: 

• We are looking for Registered nurses with excellent communication and time management skills who can work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team.
• As part of a progressive organisation that values honesty, respect and integrity for every individual, this multi-varied role presents you with the opportunity to work in dynamic and challenging health environments. 
• You will need to be confident, resilient and have the ability to build strong and successful relationships, with the patients and their families/whanau as we have a strong emphasis of re-engagement into the community.

Skills and experience

• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC and mental health scope;
• Previous Mental Health scope and experience is preferred;
• Nurses with the right skills and attitude who do not have mental health experience but have mental health scope, would be considered on a case by case basis;
• Excellent communication and time management skills;
• Confident and resilient;
• Strong focus on relationship-building;
• Knowledge of and a commitment to Te Tiriti O Waitangi.

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 22nd August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Natalie Gaunt at natalie.gaunt@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.