Registered Nurse – Ranui & Castlewood, Alexandra

Qjumpers; Otago; On-site; NZD 54,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Well-known charitable organisation

Leadership opportunities

Supportive family environment

Retail discounts

Work–life balance

Central Otago location

Job summary

Presbyterian Support Otago is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to lead a shift of Health Care Assistants and Enrolled Nurses in Alexandra. You will develop, implement and evaluate an integrated plan of care, while providing high-quality nursing functions that promote independence and safety.

Applicants should hold a current NZ RN practising certificate, have sound nursing knowledge, and demonstrate strong communication with residents and families.

Qualifications

• Current annual practising certificate and NZ Registered Nurse registration.
• Sound nursing knowledge and awareness of relevant legislation.
• Ability to make clinical decisions in the residents' best interests.
• Strong communication with residents and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead a shift of Health Care Assistants and Enrolled Nurses.
• Develop, implement and evaluate an integrated care plan.
• Perform general nursing functions in residency care.
• Ensure quality and safety in daily operations.

Skills

NZ Registered Nurse

Annual practising certificate

Time management

Empathy & compassion

Teamwork

Organisation

Interpersonal communication

Clinical decision making

Older care experience

Job description

• Permanent, Part-time - 32 hours per week

Make a difference in an older person's daily life working as a Registered Nurse.

The Role

As a Registered Nurse at Presbyterian Support Otago, you will lead a shift of Health Care Assistants and Enrolled Nurses to provide comprehensive healthcare to residents in a way that promotes independence and quality of life. You will develop, implement, and evaluate an integrated plan of health care as well as performing general nursing functions. You will need sound nursing knowledge including an awareness of legislation that underpins the work Nurses do. You will have the ability to make clinical decisions that are in the best interests of the residents’ wellbeing and safety. Your relationships with residents and families will be built on trust, respect and valuing the contribution they make to the home.

Hours: This is a permanent part-time position working 32 hours per week (Mon 6.45am - 3.15pm - Wed/Thurs/Fri 1.00pm -9.30pm)

About You

We would love you to:

• Time management skills and the ability to manage complex and competing priorities effectively
• Empathy, compassion, and patience
• The ability to work well within a team
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail
• Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills including relationship and advocacy skills
• A current annual practicing certificate and be a NZ Registered Nurse
• Reasonable fitness and strength
• Experience in care of older people is preferred, but not essential

What we offer:

• Being part of a well-known and highly respected charitable organisation
• Opportunity to step into a leadership role.
• A supportive family environment
• Joining a team that makes a real difference in people’s lives
• A fantastic Central Otago location
• Work-life balance
• Discounts at various retailers
• Working with a team of passionate people

About Us

Our services for older people are provided by Enliven. We create elder-centered communities where older people have companionship, meaningful activity, purpose, and fun in their lives. We strive for a family like environment for both residents and their loved ones.

Situated in the beautiful Alexandra, Ranui is home to 48 residents who are supported at hospital, rest home, and dementia level care. Our 4-year MOH certification is a testament to our quality of systems, processes, and living & working environments. At PSO, we value integrity, respect, courage, manaaki, and aroha.

For further information, contact Maurice David, Facility Manager, on 03 448 8280.