Registered Nurse - Neonatalat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Taranaki -
We have three RN working on each shift and a mid-shift 4 days a week. We have 8 cot spaces, 2 dedicated to intensive level care.We understand that having a Pēpi in the neonatal unit can be a stressful time for everyone and we have a policy of keeping parents/caregivers well informed.
Our staff complete training in Family and Infant Neurodevelopmental Education (FINE). We encourage kangaroo care and welcome parents/caregivers 24 hours a day.We have rooming in facilities for whānau who usually spend at least 48 hours with their Pēpi prior to discharge.
Following discharge, we have a dedicated Neonatal Homecare Nurse who visits Pēpi and whānau in the home. Pēpi may also be followed up by the paediatrician in outpatients.Please click here to view the position descriptionAbout the TeamThe multidisciplinary team includes Medical Staff, nursing staff, Social Workers, a Neonatal Homecare nurse, Speech Language and Visiting Neurodevelopmental Therapists.
We work closely with our colleagues in the maternity department which is conveniently located next door.At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.When you choose to work with us, we will offer you: A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department Access to clinical training and education Up to date facilities, Have a look at Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams Professional developmentFor more information on living and working in Taranaki click hereAbout youA Neonatal Nurse is first and foremost a team player.
The team is small, with three to four nurses making up a shift, so team dynamic is important to us. We are looking for nurses who are passionate about child health and wellbeing. Candidates need to be:Hardworking, self-motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic.Hold a current NZ Registration and APCHave previous New Zealand experience working in a Neonatal environment.Be willing to develop their skills and engage in professional development.Ideally engaging in Post Graduate studies.The role is for rostered and rotating shifts over 7 days.
Shifts are 8 hours.Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday 29 March. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Abigail Webber, abigail.webber@tdhb.org.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.