Registered Nurses - Ward B3 Acute General Surgery & SARA at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Multiple full-time and part time positions available (0.4 - 1FTE) on both permanent and fixed term contracts 
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC
• Must have the ability to work rostered and rotating shifts based on a social roster in a multi-disciplinary team

Mō te tūnga | About the role

Join the team in Ward B3 and you will become part of a cohesive and friendly MDT that cares for patients undergoing general surgery and a range of oesophageal, gastric and biliary/pancreatic surgery including advanced laparoscopic procedures.

Our unit also houses SARA (Surgical Assessment Review Area) which provides an area for acutely unwell patients to be assessed, investigated and an appropriate plan of care to be initiated.

Ko wai koe | About You

We are looking for experienced nurses who will enjoy becoming part of our dynamic and supportive team.

• This fast-paced challenging environment will offer you variety in your day as you will rotate between the ward and SARA, working closely with all the general surgical team. 
• Motivated, with a mature attitude and organised approach, you will be flexible and adaptable in this ever changing, fast paced environment. 
• The ability to work autonomously and effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team, will be key to your success in this role. 

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

Ideally it is envisaged you will have a background in general surgery, with sound acute assessment and critical thinking skills.

Mō mātou - About us

From July this year the Canterbury DHB transitioned across to Te Whatu Ora - Health NZ. This is a great opportunity to make a difference at a time of significant change in the healthcare sector.

Waitaha Canterbury is considered a world leader in its people centred approach to health care. We have a unique one health system approach focused on providing "the right care and support, to the right person, at the right time and in the right place." We plan, fund and deliver health services to the almost 600,000 New Zealanders that live in the Canterbury region.

We are proud of how we do things. We have a way of working that we consider unique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come from and working together as one.

We are passionate about attracting, recruiting and retaining talented people - become part of our team.

Ngā hua - Benefits

Being part of the Canterbury District Health Board, you will enjoy a fantastic benefits scheme, the opportunity for flexible working arrangements and ongoing focus on your career development.

Tono ināianei - Apply Now

Applications are only accepted online so please visit our website at www.cdhbcareers.co.nz complete an application.

Enquiries: Natalie Gaunt - Recruitment Specialist - Natalie.Gaunt@cdhb.health.nz

The role that you are applying for is one that may only be performed by a person who has been vaccinated against Covid-19. It is therefore a condition of this application that you are vaccinated against Covid-19. This vaccination requirement includes gaining Booster Doses required to perform your role under the Health Order. As a person working in the health and disability sector you will meet many people, some of whom may be vulnerable.  Without a vaccine, there is the risk that you may contract Covid-19.  The requirement to be vaccinated is to keep you safe and also to endeavour to protect others against the potential transmission of Covid-19 as a result of you contracting it in the course of your employment.