Experienced Registered Nurse, 3 x days/week

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our close-knit team at Elmswood Village, working in our 25-bed Care Suite.

This is a permanent 3 day a week position working the following hours:

Week 1 - Sun 6.45am - 3pm, Mon 2.45pm - 11pm, Tue 2.45pm - 11pm

Week 2 - Sun 2.45pm - 11pm, Mon 6.45am - 3pm, Tue 6.45am - 3pm

You will be well supported by our Clinical Manager and wider management team. This role requires a confident and competent person to independently lead a shift, exercise sound clinical judgement and make appropriate decisions without requiring constant supervision. You must be self motivated, proactive and well organised, with excellent attention to detail and a strong commitment to maintaining high standards of clinical care, documentation and compliance with relevant policies and procedures.

This role requires strong leadership and communication skills, including the ability to coordinate and support care staff, delegate duties appropriately, prioritise workloads, respond effectively to changing resident needs and escalate clinical concerns when necessary. You must communicate professionally , respectfully and compassionately with residents and their families, keeping them appropriately informed and ensuring their concerns are listened to and addressed. To be successful you must demonstrate accountability, initiative, sound problem-solving skills and the ability to maintain a safe, supportive and well-coordinated environment for residents and staff throughout the shift.

In return we offer an innovative, privately owned retirement village and care facility that is highly regarded within the aged care sector. We are committed to providing a culturally safe, inclusive and supportive workplace where diversity is welcomed and valued.

Our caring and supportive team enables staff to provide compassionate, person-centred care and clinical excellence to our residents. We have an ongoing commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

There is a wonderful sense of community at Elmswood, with plenty of love, laughter and connection shared between our residents, staff, families and friends.

Key Responsibilities (Ngā haepapatanga matua)

• Complete ongoing assessments of residents' care needs and goals, and implement, monitor and review individualised care plans at appropriate intervals.
• Undertake clinical nursing procedures and skills competently, safely and in accordance with best practice.
• Maintain medication competency and comply with all legislative, regulatory and organisational requirements.
• Communicate effectively and professionally with residents, families, healthcare professionals and other members of the care team.
• Supervise and support care staff to ensure safe nursing practice and the delivery of high-quality, individualised care.
• Demonstrate strong organisational and clinical skills and provide leadership during the night shift.
• Apply the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and understand their relevance to the health and wellbeing of Māori.
• Maintain a strong understanding of infection prevention and control practices and act as a positive role model for IPC.
• Support and comply with Elmswood's Health & Safety policies and procedures.
• Experience with VCare, 1Chart and InterRAI is preferred.
• About Us

Our vision is to provide a positive and fulfilling experience of ageing in a home where we care for and nurture each other.

Our vision is underpinned by our five values

Quality | Pride | Integrity | Teamwork | Laughter

If you are an experienced Registered Nurse who is passionate about aged care and enjoys working as part of a supportive, close-knit team, we would love to hear from you.