September 15, 2024

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury

Christchurch

OTHER & FULL TIME

Registered & Enrolled Nurses - Wāhi Tautoko (Adult Inpatient Group)

Mō te tūnga | 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

Pehea | About You
We will be looking for experienced Registered and Enrolled Nurse, with mental health scope, who are passionate about providing consumer centred care.

Full time and part time opportunities available
Rotating roster of 4 days on, 2 days off for full time
Work autonomously and as part of a cohesive multi-disciplinary team

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | 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

Mō mātou | About Us

Specialist Mental Health Services are an interdisciplinary team that forms part of Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora – Canterbury | Waitaha. We are committed to working and partnering with tāngata whaiora and their whanau. 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.

Tono ināianei | Apply Now

Please submit your most recent resume along with a cover letter stating why you believe that you are the ideal candidate for the role highlighting any skills you have gained along the way.
Applications are only accepted online so please visit our website at www.cdhbcareers.co.nz complete an application.

Shannon Le Roux – Recruitment Partner on Shannon.Le Roux@cdhb.health.nz for additional information

Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now.

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