Experienced Nurse – Unenrolled Service An exciting opportunity to be an integral part of the team delivering health services to the unenrolled population in the Hutt Valleywork close to Home - Hutt Valley based0.4 FTE, Fixed term role until 30 June 2025The nurse is an integral part of the small team we are establishing to deliver care to the unenrolled population in the Hutt Valley – including those living in emergency housing and homeless - and support the enrolment of complex clients to a general practice.
This work builds on experience gained through the delivery of Te Awakairangi Health Networks' Karanga Manaaki programme and work completed by Kokiri Marae, Te Ati Awa and Pacific Health Service to support unenrolled clients in their communities.
Ko wai matou | About Us Te Awakairangi Health Network is a primary care network focussed on achieving equity and improving the quality of our health services for whanau living in the Hutt Valley.
We work with general practices and community service providers to promote and empower people to receive the healthcare services they need and deserve.
We work as an equal part of a collaborative partnership working to address the needs of unenrolled patients across the Hutt Valley.
Our collaborative partners are; Kokiri MaraePacific Health ServiceTe Ati AwaRopata HealthTe Tiriti o Waitangi Our collaborative partners are committed to meeting its obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi and will work towards achieving equitable health outcomes for Maori in the Hutt Valley.
We will do this by ensuring services are provided, developed and implemented in accordance with the Articles of Te Tiriti and the principles - Tino Rangatiratanga, Equity, Active Protection, Partnership and Options.
Mo te tunga | Role Overview We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to join our unenrolled service team.
As one of two nurses you support the delivery of our nurse-led and GP led clinics, providing clinical support, which includes: Undertaking comprehensive nursing assessments of unenrolled patientsSupporting the clinical lead nurse to complete nursing tasks Providing education and support for increasing health literacy for patientsComplete referrals to a wide range of health and social servicesBeing able to communicate and engage with a wide range of different peopleBeing familiar with Microsoft Office software packages (Outlook, Word, Excel) and working knowledge of Indici Patient Management System is desirable Culturally responsive care aligned with kaupapa Maori principles.Having experience working in a community setting.Being able to prioritise tasks and manage the workday effectively Mou | About you Clinical experience working with people with long term conditionsAbility to engage and communicate in an appropriate and respectful manner with Maori, Pakeha, Pasifika and other cultures.Experience working with/engaging with vulnerable or hard to reach peopleAn understanding of primary and secondary health careExcellent written communication skillsAbility to prioritise tasks and juggle conflicting prioritiesA sense of humour and an ability to work as part of a teamWillingness and commitment to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and promoting positive outcomes for Tangata Whenua.To view the job description please visit pehea te tuku tono | How to apply Please note: we may review applications before the closing date and we encourage you to apply as soon as you are able.
We reserve the right to withdraw the job advertisement at any time before our closing date.
Previous applicants need not re-apply.
Apply now, or email your CV and Cover Letter to (email protected) .
Te Awakairangi Health Network is considered a health provider, therefore it is our expectation that all employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19.
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive work environment where our people will be supported to be successful, regardless of gender, race, disability, religion, or background.
Please note as part of our recruitment process you will need to complete an application form.
This form will be emailed to you when we receive your application.
Closing date: Wednesday, 6 November 2024 You must have the right to live and work in Aotearoa New Zealand to apply for this job.