Permanent Full-time position for a Public Health Nurse
Registered Nurse with a current APC & full driver's licence
Skilled Registered Nurse who is forward-thinking and has a passion for continuous improvement
A Well Child Certificate is highly desirable but not essential
Authorised Vaccinator
Mo te tunga About the role
Working with the wider Public Health team to ensure standards & requirements are met
Teaching and educating both patients and the community on public health matters
Building and developing key relationships with community stakeholders such as schools and community organisations
This independent role is ideal for a skilled RN who is wanting to make a real difference to the community they work within. You will be driving for continuous improvement and the development of new & improved processes to ensure that patients are always at the centre and are getting the best care possible.
Of course, you will be supported by both Public Health and Southern region management throughout this process. There will also be occasional travel to other districts within the West Coast to support colleagues.
Ko wai koe About You
Able to be very autonomous and self-directed
Good knowledge of the population groups and the population of the West Coast
Sound knowledge and understanding of child and family health as well as vulnerable children
Have a passion for working with children and adolescents
Mo matou About us
From July last year, the West Coast DHB transitioned across to Te Whatu Ora - Health NZ. This is a great opportunity to make a difference at a time of significant change in the healthcare sector.
Te Tai o Poutini West Coast we are proud 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 from, and working together as one.
We are passionate about attracting, recruiting, and retaining talented people to become part of our team.
Nga hua Benefits
Being part of the Te Tai o Poutini West Coast, you will enjoy a fantastic benefits scheme, the opportunity for flexible working arrangements, and ongoing focus on your career development.
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