Nurse Practitioner – Forensic Prison Mental Health Lead

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury; Christchurch; Presencial; NZD 90.000 - 120.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for the Forensic Prison Team. The role involves leading clinical care for inmates, making complex health decisions, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams in a forensic setting.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, diagnose, and manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments, contributing to quality improvements and service development.

Formación

• Must be a Nurse Practitioner with a current APC or be awaiting approval.
• Must hold a valid driver's license due to travel involved in the role.
• Experience in forensic mental health is favorable.

Responsabilidades

• Lead clinical care for Tangata Whaiora in a prison setting within the Forensic Prison Team.
• Perform comprehensive assessments, order/interpret tests, and prescribe medications as needed.
• Participate in local and national quality improvement and health committees.

Conocimientos

Admin skills

Risk assessment

Rapport development

Educación

Nurse Practitioner registration

Descripción del empleo

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury is seeking a Nurse Practitioner for the Forensic Prison Team. The role involves leading clinical care for inmates, making complex health decisions, and coordinating with multidisciplinary teams in a forensic setting.

You will perform comprehensive assessments, diagnose, and manage pharmacological and non-pharmacological treatments, contributing to quality improvements and service development.