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Registered Nurse - PSAID (Aroha Pai)
- Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
- Have access to unique professional development and education opportunities
- Further grow and develop your nursing skills and expertise within Intellectual Disability
- Full-time, permanent 0.94FTE position available
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
Aroha Pai Inpatient Unit, is based at Hillmorton Hospital and specialises in the assessment and treatment of people with a dual diagnosis (intellectual disability and mental illness).
Using an MDT approach, the team implement a range of interventions to support people in their journey.
Working collaboratively with consumers, their whanau and other significant people in their lives to ensure they have access to a high standard of care and are able to achieve equitable healthcare outcomes in their journey.
About You
- You will have an interest in working with consumers who have a dual diagnosis
- Be a strong team player who can also practice autonomously.
- Able to promote the nursing perspective and advocate for your consumers.
- Excellent physical and mental health assessment skills
- Highly developed communication skills and an ability to connect with others in a meaningful and therapeutic manner.
- Be a positive, compassionate and caring person with a genuine desire to work with this consumer group.
- You must have a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) scoped for mental health
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 5th September. 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.