Registered Nurse - Stanford House at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui

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Registered Nurse

Stanford House - Forensic Rehabilitation Unit

Permanent, full time position (40 hours per week)

Stanford House, widely recognised as a progressive, creative and innovative forensic service and part of the Central Regional Forensic Adult Mental Health service, is seeking experienced, suitably qualified team focussed, Registered Nurses to join our close-knit team.

Primarily these roles provide practical mental health recovery support, facilitating measurable and successful outcomes for residents and Whanau. These roles require outstanding communication skills, as well as a supportive, respectful, and conscientious manner.

With an understanding of the challenges faced by people with lived experience, the successful candidates will ideally possess the following skills and abilities:

• The ability to establish sound, trusting relationships with both clients and Whanau and a genuine desire to make a positive impact in the lives of people
• Relevant and current New Zealand Registered Nursing qualifications and/or training towards forensic studies.
• Previous mental health experience and/or two years general ward experience
• Experience working independently, assuming accountability and responsibility for your actions, making critical decisions in challenging and complex situations

For committed, dedicated, robust and resilient people, these positions present the successful candidates with challenging and rewarding experiences daily.

To apply, simply click on apply now

Vacancy number:   03-RNSH-57422       

Applications close: 20 June 2023

Te Whatu Ora vaccination policy

As one of Aotearoa's largest employers of the health and disability workforce and a leader across the sector, Te Whatu Ora has and continues to have an obligation to ensure both the safety and wellbeing of its staff and patients. 

Te Whatu Ora has an expectation that all new staff will be up to date with their vaccinations before they join Te Whatu Ora. 

‘Applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible and before the closing date - Whanganui Hospital will review applications received and interview suitable candidates following application. This vacancy will potentially close earlier than indicated if a suitable candidate has been identified'