Casual Health Care Assistant, Nursing Pool

New Zealand Government; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking casual support staff for Gisborne Hospital. The role focuses on assisting wards to deliver timely and compassionate care to patients and families, with flexible hours to fit around other commitments.

The ideal candidate will have prior care experience, NZQA Level 3, and strong communication skills, with a commitment to patient confidentiality and quality service.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a care environment
• NZQA Level 3 care qualification
• Sound oral and written communication and patient confidentiality

Responsibilities

• Support the wards to provide an effective service for patients and families in a casual capacity

Skills

Communication skills

Education

NZQA Level 3 care qualification

Job description

Gisborne Hospital, Casual, Flexible hours

Enjoy the flexibility of casual work that fits around your lifestyle. Ongoing training, professional development and a great team environment.

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

This role exists to provide support to the wards to assist them to provide an effective service for patients and their families on a casual basis. Please read more about the role in the Job Description here

About the Team/Service/Location

Health NZ, Tairawhiti is a secondary care facility situated on the East Coast, comprising of urban and rural communities covering a large area, and serves a population of approximately 45,000. Gisbornes relative isolation is its charm; however larger cities are only a quick flight away. The Hospital is located within a 5 minute drive of the town centre on the fringe of Gisborne City.

We provide a comprehensive range of services in our 110 bed hospital, which includes:

• Neonatal
• ICU/CCU
• Medical/Surgical
• Orthopaedic/Rehabilitation
• Paediatrics
• Midwifery
• Renal Services
• Mental Health
• Emergency
• Theatre

For more information on living and working in Tairāwhiti click here

About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• Previous experience working in a care environment and NZQA Level 3 care qualification
• sound oral and written communication skillsan understanding and respect for patient confidentiality is essential

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.

Contact

If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.