Associate Charge Nurse, OPAL Unit at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral, Manawatu / Whanganui

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Palmerston North Hospital:  Permanent Part time position

Benefits

• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
• A professional and supportive culture and team setting
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Tailored wellness programmes

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

We are looking for a dynamic nurse to join our senior team as Associate Charge Nurses (ACN) in the OPAL Unit on a permanent part-time basis, 0.6FTE. This role works alongside and in partnership with the Charge Nurse role to support and drive patient flow and contribute to effective quality of care, twenty four hour coordination and clinical leadership within and on behalf of OPAL.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Healthy Ageing and Rehabilitation (HAR) has 3 wards within this cluster that involves the diagnosis and holistic care of older people with complex health and social needs. Care is usually provided by multidisciplinary teams including geriatricians, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, social workers, and dietitians.

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees.  We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions.  With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.

About the Location

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life.  It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College. 

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About you

• Experience as a shift leader within a ward setting and recognised by colleagues as a high functioning leader.
• Minimum of three years recent and relevant clinical experience
• Relevant academic qualifications/commitment to post graduate level study
• Current Proficient Level Professional Development Recognition Programme (PDRP) Portfolio and evidence of working towards expert level PDRP.
• Proven ability in Trendcare, MIYA and WebPas use; has the ability to support staff with the same.
• Computer literacy at intermediate level.

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. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant (Email: helen.manoharan@tewhatuora.govt.nz)

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.