Registered Nurse - Cancer and Blood Services (0.8 FTE) at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Working with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is about more than just a job. It's about enjoying coming to work every day, feeling challenged, trusted and supported, whilst enjoying living in a region that has a lifestyle unrivalled in New Zealand.

Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

About the role

Are you passionate about Oncology and Haematology Nursing? Achieving the best health outcomes for our patients starts with expecting the best from ourselves, and right now Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is looking for an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join our Cancer & Blood Services located at the Jim Carney Cancer Treatment Centre.

Full orientation and training will be provided.

The primary function of this role is to utilise professional knowledge and skill to provide a holistic approach to Cancer nursing care that is safe, of the highest quality possible and in accordance with:

• Te Whatu Ora policies
• Registered Nurse Scope of Practice
• Nursing Practice Standards
• Nursing Council of NZ Registered Nurse competencies
• Nursing Council code of conduct
• eviQ guidelines

Cytotoxic competency is desirable but not essential, as this can be done online with support and guidance from our unit Facilitators

This is a permanent 0.8 FTE position working 32 hours per week.

Key Requirements

• Registered Nurse with a current Practicing Certificate
• Excellent communications skills
• Ability to demonstrate leadership qualities
• Appropriate level of PDRP or working towards

Benefits

• Be a part of a dynamic & supportive team environment
• Ongoing professional development opportunities

A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: NS23-004

Closes: 22 March 2023