Registered Nurse - Community Intensive Pathwayat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury -
Hillmorton Hospital, ChristchurchJoin the Community Intensive Pathway team1 x Permanent full-time (0.94FTE) position available4 on, 2 off roster that may cover morning or afternoon shiftHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principlesof Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system thatserves all New Zealanders.Are you an experienced andcompassionate mental health clinician looking for a role where you can make areal difference in the community?We are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our Community Intensive Pathway team workingalongside a dynamic, multidisciplinary group committed to providing highquality, recovery focused care in the community.About the roleCIP provides brief and focusedcare for more acutely unwell consumers in their home while on leave orfollowing discharge from hospital, or to prevent an admission to hospital.
Theservice provides post discharge follow up and increased support to our NGOpartners including respite and Te Ao Marama (a community-based peer lead, acuteadmission alternative service).We are currently expanding theCIP service, with this role joining three existing positions meaning we cancreate a dynamic, supportive team delivering increased home-based follow-up inthe community.CIP is currently managed by the Clinical Manager of however provides clinical care to consumers under both adultinpatient and community teams. About youWe are looking for a motivated and skilled mental healthnurse who can bringclinical expertise, adaptability, and empathy to this role.In this role you will:Be able to work independently, undertake home visits on your own if risk assessment determines it safe to do so.Work together in a collaborative manner within a small team, sharing the workload and decision making.Be flexible, confident, experienced and understand the value of intensive community-based support and enjoy working in partnership with consumers and their family-whānau.Have excellent communication skills to effectively work with a range of consumers, family-whānau, colleagues, health providers and other agenciesBe self-motivated with drive, passion and initiativeEssential RequirementsRegistered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Practising Certificate (APC).Hold a current full driver's licence, valid for use in New Zealand.Experience working in adult mental health Duly Authorised Officer (DAO) or be prepared to train as a DAO and maintain your DAO status while in the role.Knowledge of and a commitment to Te Tiriti o WaitangiWorking at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Orais dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.
Weembrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are betterpositioned to understand and service our community. We welcomeapplications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbowcommunities. How to ApplyTo apply please click 'applynow.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portalby Wednesday, 17th June.If you have any questionsabout the role, please contact Lisa.Gray2@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications asreceived and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing dateof this advert. Whilst Health New Zealand isundergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority forthis position.