Registered Nurse - Wāhi Tautoko (Adult Inpatient Group)

• Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
• New extended treatment service, Wahi Tautoko 
• Work closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team and strengthen your therapy skills within Mental Health
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC and must have a mental health scope of practice

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

Wāhi Tautoko is a 10-bedded service located in Building 8. We aim to support consumers that require extended assessment or treatment following an admission to the acute inpatient service prior to discharge. 

This may include:

• tāngata whaiora who are presenting to services for the first time that may require extended assessment and support around management of their symptoms.
• tāngata whaiora that have an identified discharge pathway on admission – i.e. home or supported accommodation – but may require some additional assessment and upskilling to safely and successfully transition into the community. 
• tāngata whaiora who may have limited social supports and require support to increase their engagement in their local communities. 

 The goals of the service include:

• Provision of a safe and supportive environment to provide extended assessment, treatment and rehabilitation following an admission to the adult acute service
• Teaching skills to help support illness management and to support consumers to live the life they want to live
• Support development of structure and meaningful routines
• Support safe discharge into a community setting

About You 

We will be looking for an experienced Registered Nurse, with mental health scope, who are passionate about providing consumer centred care. 

• Part time opportunity available, 0.47FTE
• Rotating roster of 4 days off, 2 days on
• Work autonomously and as part of a cohesive multi-disciplinary team
  

Skills and experience

• In order to be successful in this role, the following is required:
  
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC and mental health scope
• Previous experience working within any area of mental health
• Self-motivated, flexible and solutions-focused
• 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 30th May. 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.