Administrator, District Nursing Service
Palmerston North Hospital, Permanent, Part time
- Are you looking for part time hours in an administration role within a healthcare setting?
- An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
- A professional and supportive culture and team setting
- Fulfilling and challenging work
- Tailored wellness programmes
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
MidCentral - District Nursing Service (DNS) is seeking a motivated individual to join our small but dynamic Administration Team based in Palmerston North. This role supports the District Nursing Service by providing effective and efficient administration and reception services to the team and people in our region that use our service.
This is a 0.8 FTE (32hrs/week) position working rostered shifts essentially between Monday - Saturday. Hours of work are 8am - 4:30pm and will include some weekend and public holiday hours. We require someone who can be flexible with their shifts to assist with covering planned and unplanned leave within the Administration Team.
About the Team/Service
Our District Nursing team of about 70 nurses provide community and clinic-based care to the MidCentral region, supporting approximately 1200 patients / whanau at any given time. We have teams based in seven locations across the region and all rely heavily on the administration support based at Palmerston North.
Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Maori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds - the perfect blend of rural and city living.
About the Location
Manawatu is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life.
It's a family- friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities
- beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks.
Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight.
We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes- Massey University and the International Pacific College.
For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here
About you
We're looking for a team player with a friendly and approachable manner, strong keyboard accuracy, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. If this sounds like you, we'd love to receive your application.
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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mandy Bevan, Charge Nurse, District Nursing Service (Email: mandy.bevan@midcentraldhb.govt.nz)
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.