Registered Mental Health Nurse - Older Persons Mental Health | Ward Bg

• Burwood Hospital, Christchurch
• 0.94 FTE permanent, full time role working a 2 on 4 off pattern
• A current Annual Practicing Certificate from Nursing Council of New Zealand with Mental Health Scope

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. Through integration and collaboration, we - re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

At Ward BG we are passionate about making a difference for people with a chronic condition during their golden years. We are an upbeat and energetic team, who thrive in this wonderfully varied role working with consumers experiencing progressive dementia, acute delirium, as well as depression, anxiety, paranoia and general behavioural problems associated with altered cognition. Although this role may have its challenges, there is never a dull moment as no two days are the same and has the unique capacity to provide a fun working environment.

Located at Burwood Hospital we have beautiful facilities that are considerately catered to the needs of our consumers. With an organic psychiatric focus, we provide comprehensive assessment of the mental and physical health of older persons; we aim to optimise the patients level of functioning and in so doing we offer specialist treatment, care, support and education for the consumer alongside their whanau.

About You

In order to be successful in this role you will be a Registered Nurse with a Mental Health scope on your annual practicing certificate; Mental Health experience is desirable however due to the nature of care we provide our consumers we will happily consider candidates with general nursing experience who have a passion for caring for those living with a Mental Health condition.

This is a perfect transition role for someone who would like to work within Mental Health whilst maintaining your medical skills as a general nurse, along with complex pharmacology and having the opportunity to work within a dedicated and highly skilled multidisciplinary team.

Skills and experience

• 2 - 4 years - experience as a registered nurse, ideally in Specialist Mental Health Services
• Hold registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand, with mental health scope and current APC
• Be a confident practitioner with good patient assessment skills
• Possess excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage a wide variety of people
• Experience working in Mental Health or have a passion to develop those skills

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
• We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online career - s portal before 11:59pm on Sunday 9th February. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Natalie Gaunt at Natalie.Gaunt@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.