Registered Nurse, Mental Health

• Gisborne Hospital
• Hours - Varied
• Permanent - Part-time

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

As a Registered Mental Health Nurse you will play a vital role in delivering care and education to patients across the Tairawhiti region. This role provides the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated multidisciplinary team to assess, manage and support people with Otorhinolaryngology conditions.

The primary focus of this role is to provide nursing support to the Mental Health Inpatient Unit service. 

Position Description: Registered Nurse

About the Team/Service/ Location

OUR Mental Health Inpatient Service is a small but passionate team committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. You will be part of a supportive environment that encourages clinical growth, cultural awareness and innovation in care delivery.

For more information on living and working in Gisborne click here

More information about our Region see here 

About you

• Registered Nurse with at least 3 years post graduate experience
• Post graduate qualifications preferred
• Strong level of computer literacy and a desire to widen your range of technical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with an ability to be flexible and adaptable to the changes that occur throughout the day
• Capable of working in a fast paced, clinical setting
• The desire for a commitment to continuous professional development
• A good team player, happy to jump in and support others when required
• Good time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A Current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• Current Eligibility to work in New Zealand
• Local community knowledge would be of benefit.

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact James.Crichton@tdh.org.nz

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