
Registered Nurse - Specialist Mental Health Pool
Job Description
Are you a registered nurse with a mental health background, and enjoy pace and variety?
Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
Registered Nurses
Permanent full and part-time roles Specialist Mental Health Nursing Pool positions available
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 committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the role
Within the Specialist Mental Health Services' permanent pool, we have need for Registered Nurses with mental health experience. Primarily based at Hillmorton Hospital, you will be providing cover across inpatient services; including acute adult admitting units, high/ complex needs services, intellectual disabilities, forensics, specialty services, Mothers and Babies, Eating Disorders, Alcohol and Drug, and child and youth services.
About You
This position requires a background in mental health, working as a Registered 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 can 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.
Please ensure you include a covering letter to highlight your relevant skillset and experience.
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.
How to Apply
To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert
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