Registered Nurse - Hawke's Bay Regional Prison

New Zealand Government; Nōpera; In loco; NZD 77.000 - 109.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) Hawke's Bay Regional Prison is seeking registered nurses to provide comprehensive primary health care within the prison health centers. The role emphasizes a genuine work-life balance and diverse clinical exposure across primary and mental health settings.

You will assess and manage health needs, respond to emergencies, provide acute care, and contribute to health education while upholding tikanga and cultural safety with Maori, whanau and iwi.

Competenze

• Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
• Current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate.
• Experience in primary or secondary health care nursing.
• Ability to assess and respond to emergencies.
• Cultural competence and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Mansioni

• Provide comprehensive primary health care in prison health centers.
• Assess and manage health needs, including mental health and substance use.
• Respond to emergencies and deliver acute care when required.
• Deliver health education and promote preventive care.
• Collaborate across Hawke's Bay Regional Prison with culturally safe practices.

Conoscenze

Clinical nursing experience

Emergency response

Cultural competence / Te Tiriti o Wait

Communication & teamwork

Formazione

Nursing registration (NZ)

Annual Practising Certificate NZ

Descrizione del lavoro

Enjoy genuine work-life balance, diverse practice, and career growthDevelop your skills across mental health, primary care, and emergency responseJoin a supportive team making a real difference in a unique health settingMo te tunga | About the roleOur Nurses benefit from a genuine work-life balance, avoiding night shift work while engaging in a diverse range of practice settings. They operate in an environment that not only supports them but also provides professional career opportunities. If you are seeking a rewarding and challenging work environment, possess adaptable clinical skills, and demonstrate strong organisational and communication abilities, a career in nursing at Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) might be the right fit.Working in our prison health centers presents nurses with unique opportunities to develop and apply their skills across a broad spectrum of clinical areas. Daily responsibilities involve providing a comprehensive range of primary health care services, assessing and managing individuals with various health needs, including physical and mental health, substance abuse, health education, and responding to emergencies while offering acute care.Mou | About youWe have permanent opportunities for Registered Nurses at Hawke's Bay Regional Prison who can demonstrate:Recent clinical experience in either primary or secondary health care nursing.A diverse range of post-graduate clinical exposure.New graduates will be considered, however a minimum of one year's experience is preferred.The ability to assess and respond effectively to emergency situations.A strong motivation to continue learning and advancing professionally.A non-judgmental approach.Experience in triage, which is considered desirable for these roles.As the successful candidate, you will hold registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and hold a current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate.Your role requires a foundation in strong cultural competence, encompassing an understanding of the Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application, along with cultural knowledge and experience in working with and for Maori, whanau, and iwi.Experience, qualifications, and registration in New Zealand is required. Preference will be given to candidates who have proven experience working within the New Zealand healthcare system, hold relevant New Zealand qualifications, and are currently registered with the appropriate regulatory bodies. This will ensure a smoother integration into our workforce and a deeper understanding of the local context and standards of care.If you meet these criteria, we encourage you to apply and join our team, contributing to the healthcare environment at Hawke's Bay Regional Prison.Nga painga | The benefitsThe full salary range is $77,289 - $108,874 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.Mo matou | About usAra Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) Pae Ora leads the delivery of patient-focused primary health and mental health care services to tangata within corrections facilities across Aotearoa.Join Ara Poutama Aotearoa, where your work will contribute to improving public safety, reducing re-offending, and address the overrepresentation of Maori in correctional facilities. As a values-led organisation, we use the principles of rangatira (leadership), manaaki (respect), wairua (spirituality), kaitiaki (guardianship), and whanau (relationships) to guide our work and achieve the goals of our Hokai Rangi strategy.We value inclusion and diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.You can find out more about us here.Tono inaianei | Apply NowApplications Close: Wednesday, 14th OctoberTo apply and view the position description, click the application link. All applications must be submitted through our careers site to ensure transparency. Applications received via email will not be considered.When applying, submit a tailored CV/Resume and Cover Letter describing your motivation for joining our department highlighting relevant skills and experience and the alignment to our work.If you want to find out more about a career with us visit our careers page.We are not accepting applications via recruitment agencies for this role. Unsolicited CVs submitted by agencies will not be accepted and no agency fees will apply.