September 13, 2024

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora

Hastings

OTHER & FULL TIME

Registered Nurse - Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU)

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: Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU)
Contract: Permanent, Full-time (1 FTE)

About the role:
We are seeking experienced and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) team on a permanent, full-time basis. Our SCBU is a Level 2A unit with 12 cots, providing specialised care for sick and premature infants in the Hawke's Bay region. This is a unique opportunity to work in a nurturing environment that offers both challenges and rewarding experiences, while making a real difference in the lives of newborns and their families.
As part of this role, you will provide high-quality, compassionate care to infants who require extra support during the first critical stages of life. Working closely with both the infants and their whānau, you will play an integral role in the health journey of our smallest patients.
If this sounds like the next step in your nursing career, we encourage you to review the full Position Profile HERE

About our team:
Our Special Care Baby Unit is a supportive, multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering the best possible care for sick and premature infants. Our team values collaboration, kindness, and a shared commitment to excellence. You’ll find an environment where every member is valued, and where we work closely together to ensure the best outcomes for our patients and their families.
We offer a welcoming and inclusive team culture, with opportunities for ongoing professional development and learning. Whether you're an experienced neonatal nurse or looking to grow your expertise in this field, you'll be supported every step of the way.

Skills and experience:
We are looking for Registered Nurses who have:

Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate
Proven experience in neonatal nursing, ideally in a Level 2A or equivalent unit
A passion for working with infants and their families/whānau, providing compassionate and high-quality care
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
The flexibility and resilience to thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment
A commitment to professional growth and continuous learning

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.
For more information contact Michelle Robertson, Clinical Nurse Manager ph (06) 878 8109, ext 2584 or email: michelle.robertson@hbdhb.govt.nz.