* Permanent, full time 1.0 FTE Senior Leadership opportunity * Extensive nursing experience is essential * Registered with the Nursing Council of NZ with current APCMo te tunga| About the roleWe have anexciting opportunity for a dynamic nursing leader to join our team in Ward 14.We are looking for a collaborative senior nurse with strong interpersonalskills, innovative thinking, and the ability to problem solve and respond inthis fast-paced environment.Ward 14 based at Christchurch Hospital, is a 24-bedward that specialises in the care of patients under General Medicine, whichcovers a wide range of acute medical conditions, and Nephrology, which includesacute and planned renal transplant care/services for across the Te Waipounamu region.Nga pukengame nga wheako | Skills and experience * As a Senior Nurse, you will have recent hospital experience with proven leadership skills supporting daily operational activity and patient flow.
* Your expert communication, interpersonal skills and proven ability to engage people at all levels will see you work effectively and efficiently with a diverse group of teams.
* You will lead your team to provide advanced clinical care and nursing expertise to the patients and their families/whanau.
* By utilising your advanced knowledge and skills in collaboration with nursing and medical staff, the multidisciplinary team, and other external agencies, you will contribute to the development and maintenance of high quality evidenced based patient care whilst also contributing to and developing, appropriate nursing standards and quality initiatives.
* You can problem solve and manage complex situations as they arise, redistributing nursing resources to ensure the optimal patient experience while supporting clinical delivery.
Your sound interpersonal skills and impeccable management of complex situations enable you to work alongside a variety of clinicians to ensure care is delivered as required.
* You have a comprehensive understanding of competency in nursing and can work alongside individuals to support professional development.Essentialskills: * Experience in relevant management and/or leadership roles with the ability to influence decision making and change.
* Interpersonal skills and building relationships.
* Strategic thinking and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration.
* Familiar with operational and financial management.
* Competent user of Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software.
* NZ Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practising Certificate and hold a relevant Post Graduate qualification.Mo matou - About usFrom July 2022the Canterbury DHB transitioned across to Te Whatu Ora - Health NZ.
This is agreat opportunity to make a difference at a time of significant change in thehealthcare sector.WaitahaCanterbury is considered a world leader in its people centred approach tohealth care.
We have a unique one health system approach focused on providing"the right care and support, to the right person, at the right time and inthe right place."
We plan, fund and deliver health services to the almost600,000 New Zealanders that live in the Canterbury region.We areproud of how we do things.
We have a way of working that we consider unique.It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come fromand working together as one.We arepassionate about attracting, recruiting and retaining talented people - becomepart of our team.Nga hua - BenefitsBeing partof the Canterbury District Health Board, you will enjoy a fantastic benefitsscheme, the opportunity for flexible working arrangements and ongoing focus onyour career development.Tonoinaianei - Apply NowApplicationsare only accepted online so please visit our website at completean application.Enquiries:Natalie Gaunt - Recruitment Specialist - ********
