Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology Outpatients

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waitaha Canterbury; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in New Zealand is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Ophthalmology Outpatients department. The role involves assessing and managing patients with various ocular conditions, performing technical assessments, and working collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team. Applicants must have at least 1 year of experience in Ophthalmology and be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. This is a fixed-term position until October 2026 with a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 1+ years experience in Ophthalmology.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).

Responsibilities

• Perform ophthalmic assessments on patients.
• Manage acutely unwell patients presenting from the community and ward.
• Assist with sterile procedures and assessments.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work under pressure

Timely management and attention to detail

Collaborative teamwork

Adaptability and problem-solving

Education

Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand

Job description

Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology Outpatients

• 0.8FTE (32 hours aweek), Fixed Term till October 2026 due to Parental Leave
• The clinic is openbetween 7:30 am to 5:30pm Monday to Friday, shifts will be within thesehours

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in theprinciples of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all NewZealanders.

About the Role

We are looking for enthusiastic Registered Nurses to join usin Ophthalmology Outpatients on a fixed term contract.

The Eye Clinic is a very busy and demanding service that isstaffed by a dedicated team of Nurses, Orthoptists, Optometrists andTechnicians who work closely with our highly skilled and specialisedOphthalmologists to meet the eye health needs of the people of Canterbury.

As a nurse in the eye clinic, you'll be responsible for undertaking ophthalmicassessment on a wide range of patients, with varying ophthalmic conditions,both acute and chronic. You will help manage acutely unwell patients thatpresent from the community and the ward. You will perform a variety ofdifferent scans and technical assessments on patients and assist nurses anddoctors with sterile procedures and assessments. You will be working alongsidea house officer to undertake preadmission assessments on patients requiringsurgery and provide the patient with education about the surgery andpost-operative needs.

We offer a great team environment and are supportive ofprofessional development.

About the Service

Christchurch Outpatients works across four floors of ourpurpose-built facility. We provide nursing support and care for up to thirtydifferent Specialities.

About you

• 1+ years experience inOphthalmology
• Excellent communicationskills, interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationshipswith a strong patient focus.
• Ability to work underpressure
• Excellent timemanagement and attention to detail
• Work collaboratively ina multidisciplinary team.
• The ability to beadaptable, flexible and solution focused
• Registered with theNursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual PractisingCertificate (APC)

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te WhatuOra is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of NewZealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we arebetter positioned to understand and service our community.Wewelcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbowcommunities.

How to Apply

Please note this role isopen only to current staff of Health New Zealand. Please do not apply if youare notcurrentlyemployed by Health New Zealand.

To apply please click 'apply now.' All applicationsmust be submitted through our online careers' portal byThursday 16th October.If youhave any questions about the role,please contact [e-mail]

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: PC3787041

Location:

South Island - Canterbury - Christchurch