Registered & Enrolled Nurses - Specialist Mental Health Pool at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch
* Permanent and Casual SMHS Nursing pool positions for RNs & ENs with mental health experience.
* While mental health experience is desirable, applications from staff who wish to gain experience within mental health are welcomed.
* Must be Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC and must have a mental health scope of practice.
* Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a cohesive Multi-Disciplinary Team.
Mō te tūnga | About the role
On both the Specialist Mental Health Services' permanent and casual pools, we have a 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.
PLEASE NOTE: We currently have full-time/part-time permanent positions available alongside multiple casual positions, please specify which you would like to apply for in your cover letter.
Pehea | 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 have the ability to build strong and successful relationships with the patients and their families/whānau as we have a strong emphasis on re-engagement into the community.
* 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.
Specialist Mental Health Services are an interdisciplinary team that forms part of Te Whatu Ora - Waitaha [Canterbury]. We are committed to working and partnering with tāngata whaiora and their whānau. Constantly striving to work within our philosophy; we develop therapeutic, supportive, and empowering relationships with our consumers, enabling them to achieve their personal goals and aspirations.
Please submit your most recent resume along with a cover letter stating why you believe that you are the ideal candidate, highlighting your experience in working collectively with Māori to uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Applications are only accepted online so please visit our website at www.cdhbcareers.co.nz to complete an application.
For a private and confidential chat about this role please contact Natalie Gaunt - Recruitment Partner at Natalie.Gaunt@tewhatuora.govt.nz
Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now.
Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury
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