Registered Nurse - Orthopaedic Outpatients

JobSpace; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Orientation package

Professional development support

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is looking for a motivated Registered Nurse to join our Orthopaedic Outpatients and Acute Orthopaedic Care teams in Christchurch. You will rotate between Orthopaedic Outpatients and the Emergency Department, with a comprehensive orientation and opportunities for professional development.

Applicants must be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and hold a current APC.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure within a multidisciplinary team.
• Excellent time management and willingness to learn.
• Good initiative and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent customer service and inclusivity in a team environment.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC.

Responsibilities

• Wound management, casting and splinting tasks.
• Patient education and supporting clinics in orthopaedic outpatients.
• Work rosters across Emergency and Outpatient areas.
• Provide high-quality nursing care in a busy, rotating environment.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver patient care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Time management

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

Nursing Council registration

Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

Job description

Registered Nurse - Orthopaedic Outpatients

Registered Nurse - Orthopaedic Outpatients

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

About the Role

We are looking for an energetic Registered Nurse to work in our busy emergency and outpatient specialty departments. In this role you will work a rotating roster across both areas, Orthopaedic Outpatient Department and Acute Orthopaedic Care. We will provide a comprehensive orientation package in a supportive environment. Professional development is supported, and you will have the opportunity to attend trainings. We currently have one 1.0FTE permanent position available.

• We will provide a comprehensive orientation package in a supportive environment.
• Professional development is supported, and you will have the opportunity to attend trainings.

About the Service

The Orthopaedic Outpatient Department is based in Christchurch Hospital. We care for patients of all ages covering acute emergency/trauma, follow-up appointments and specialty clinics. No day will be the same with a variety of tasks including wound management, casting, splinting, patient education and running a variety of clinics. Shifts are rostered across Monday to Friday, between 8am and 5:30pm. Our Acute Orthopaedic Care is based in the Emergency Department in Waipapa Hospital. Shifts are rostered across Monday to Sunday times of; 8am - 4:30pm, 10:30am ' 7pm and 2:30pm to 11pm.

About You

You'll have excellent communication and interpersonal skills and the ability to work well under pressure within a multidisciplinary team environment. Acute Orthopaedic or Emergency experience is essential. Ability to work all shifts. Excellent customer service skills and the ability to work in an inclusive team environment. A high attention to detail and the ability to relate to patients and their families. A good use of initiative and problem-solving skills. Excellent time management skills and a willingness to learn. Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).

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.