Registered Nurse - Medical Admissions & Planning at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Nelson Marlborough, Nelson Hospital

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Nelson Hospital

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand (Nelson Marlborough) formerly NMDHB 

• Temporary 0.7FTE (56 hrs/fortnight) position covering parental leave
•  Medical, emergency, cardiology or other acute care post-registration experience is required

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

Nelson Hospital - s 10 bed Medical Admissions and Planning Unit (MAPU) supports patients with multiple medical conditions to be assessed by doctors, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists and social workers, so that a comprehensive care plan can be put in place. This improves the patient experience and decreases waiting time for investigations and treatments. You will have plenty of opportunity to use all your skills, with daily learning opportunities.

We have a temporary position available, covering parental leave, from early May 2023 to 9 November 2023 working rostered and rotating shifts Sunday to Monday.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

You will be a NZ Registered Nurse with a current NZNC practising certificate and post-registration nursing experience in acute care. You will also be a team player, who enjoys keeping up to date with clinical practice, with excellent organisational and time management skills and a commitment to quality.

Te Whatu Ora staff must have completed their primary course of two NZ approved COVID-19 vaccinations as they have direct contact with patients and members of the public.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we are Nelson and Marlborough - s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC34XErxkHJ5YAn59o6SrhnA

Nga huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)

We provide a great place to work with professional development opportunities, job security, and workplace wellness programmes.

The Nelson/Tasman region is known for its spectacular natural environment, abundant sunshine hours and is very family friendly. Find out more about the region http://www.nelsonnz.com/.

Me pehea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For role specific information please contact Jodie Winwood, Associate Charge Nurse Manager on Jodie.winwood@nmdhb.govt.nz.  For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 546 1274. 

Keen to apply now, it - s easy. Please click apply now and fill in our online application form and include a cover letter explaining why you are interested in this position.

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz

N23-175

Applications close: Wednesday 12th April (unless filled prior). Applications will be reviewed as received.

Te Whatu Ora strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.  

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.