September 13, 2024

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke’s Bay

Hastings

PART TIME

Registered Nurse - Childrens Ward (Fixed Term)

Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi. Engari, he toa takitini.

Success is not the work of one, but the work of many.

Location: Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital

Service/Department: Children’s Ward

Contract: Fixed-term, Part-time (64 hours per fortnight) to cover maternity leave

About the role:

We are looking for dedicated and experienced Registered Nurses to join our dynamic team in the Children’s Ward. In this role, you will be responsible for providing high-quality care to children aged from new-borns to 15 years. Our 16-bed General Paediatric Ward caters to a wide range of conditions, offering you the chance to work in a fast-paced and rewarding environment where no two days are the same. You will play a key role in ensuring that our young patients receive the best possible care, while also supporting their families during what can be a challenging time.

This is a fixed-term, part-time position to cover maternity leave, giving you the opportunity to immerse yourself in paediatric nursing in a supportive environment. If you are looking to further your skills and make a positive difference in the lives of children, this role is perfect for you.

If this sounds like the opportunity you’ve been looking for, we encourage you to review the full Position Profile, click here.

About our team:

Our Children’s Ward is home to a passionate and collaborative multidisciplinary team. Together, we work to create a welcoming and supportive environment for children and their families. You will be joining a team that values compassion, teamwork, and excellence in patient care. Our nurses, doctors, healthcare assistants, and other specialists work together closely, ensuring that our patients receive holistic and individualised care.

We pride ourselves on maintaining a strong culture of continuous learning and professional development, and you’ll find plenty of opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge. Whether you’re an experienced paediatric nurse or someone looking to expand your expertise, you’ll be fully supported by our knowledgeable and experienced team.

Skills and experience:

To be successful in this role, you will need to have:

Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate
Proven experience in paediatric nursing, with a strong preference for those with acute care experience
A genuine passion for working with children and supporting their families
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to connect with patients, families, and colleagues
A commitment to providing high-quality, compassionate care
The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment
A proactive approach to problem-solving and a willingness to take initiative

Why should you choose us?

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay in general encourages a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills and is passionate about caring for our community. As part of our team we will support, encourage and help you to develop your career with us. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, disability and religions. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community.

Our values:

We are committed to delivering and living our Te Whatu Ora values of He kauanuanu – Respect, Ākina – Improvement, Rāranga te tira– Teamwork and Tauwhiro – Care.

How to apply:

Click the apply now button to send your application directly to us. For further information on this role please email vacancies@hbdhb.govt.nz and indicate the job title and job reference number in the subject line.