Registered Nurse, Mental Health

Hauora Tairāwhiti; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 45,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Hauora Tairāwhiti in Gisborne invites applications for a Registered Mental Health Nurse. The role focuses on nursing support for the Mental Health Inpatient Unit, working within a skilled multidisciplinary team to assess, manage and support patients with conditions in the Tairawhiti region.

This permanent part-time position offers flexible hours and opportunities for professional development. You will be part of a supportive environment that values culturally responsive care, teamwork and

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with at least 3 years post graduate experience.
• Post graduate qualifications preferred.
• Strong computer literacy and willingness to expand technical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced clinical setting.
• Committed to ongoing professional development.
• Team player with flexibility to support others.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Current APC and NZ work eligibility.
• Local knowledge of the Gisborne region is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing support to the Mental Health Inpatient Unit.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to assess and manage patients.
• Deliver care and education across the Tairawhiti region.
• Utilise clinical systems and maintain accurate records.

Skills

RN (Registered Nurse)

3+ years post-graduate

Post-graduate qualifications

Computer literacy

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Flexibility

Team player

Time management

Attention to detail

APC

NZ work eligibility

Local knowledge (Gisborne)

Education

Registered Nurse (RN)

Tools

Clinical software

Job description

Vacancy No: HAU02690

• Gisborne Hospital
• Hours - Varied
• Permanent - Part-time

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

As a Registered Mental Health Nurse you will play a vital role in delivering care and education to patients across the Tairawhiti region. This role provides the opportunity to work closely with a dedicated multidisciplinary team to assess, manage and support people with Otorhinolaryngology conditions.

The primary focus of this role is to provide nursing support to the Mental Health Inpatient Unit service.

Position Description: Registered Nurse

About the Team/Service/ Location

OUR Mental Health Inpatient Service is a small but passionate team committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care. You will be part of a supportive environment that encourages clinical growth, cultural awareness and innovation in care delivery.

About you

• Registered Nurse with at least 3 years post graduate experience
• Post graduate qualifications preferred
• Strong level of computer literacy and a desire to widen your range of technical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential, along with an ability to be flexible and adaptable to the changes that occur throughout the day
• Capable of working in a fast paced, clinical setting
• The desire for a commitment to continuous professional development
• A good team player, happy to jump in and support others when required
• Good time management skills
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills
• A Current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• Current Eligibility to work in New Zealand
• Local community knowledge would be of benefit.

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.