Registered Nurse - Assessment & Brief Care Team (Mental Health & Addictions)Vacancy No: TAR05363Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora TaranakiTaranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy CommunityTe Kaupapa – MissionImproving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community.
We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.Taranaki - A place like no otherTaranaki boasts some of New Zealand's most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities.
The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks.
Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day.
For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture.E pa ana ki a tatou - About usAt Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.We believe having a workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your departmentAccess to clinical training and educationUp to date facilitiesOpportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teamsProfessional developmentKorero mo te turanga - About the roleVacancies exist for a suitably qualified Registered Nurse to work in our Mental Health Assessment Team.The MH Assessment team provides assessments and consultancy service for people experiencing concerning and often distressing symptoms of a mental health illness.
MH Assessment team assesses people in the community and inpatient wards.
There are several different ways the team can support a person ranging from:Arrange appointment to see PsychiatristAdvise to see a GPFollow up support at home or by telephoneFacilitating respite careReferrals to other services in the communityGive advice about the Mental Health Act processThe Team consists of Registered Nurses who are passionate about delivering a quality service to all users.We are welcoming applications from competent and professional practitioners who will be providing caring and best practice to our service users that puts them at the centre of our work.Mou - About youSuitable candidates will have:Recent mental health experience, at least 2 years Post Graduate Experience in a mental health settingExcellent written, verbal, and nonverbal communication skillsExpertise in Mental State Examination and Risk AssessmentAbility, skills, and knowledge to implement appropriate nursing interventions/ crisis managementWork with Service Users/ Tangata whaiora / family/ whanau and other involved parties within the organisation and community to maintain therapeutic and working relationshipsAbility to work both autonomously and as part of a teamExcellent problem solving and communication skillsGood knowledge of the Mental health Act (1992), agreement to working to become a Duly Authorised Officer Mental Health ActFull Drivers LicenseBe able to work rostered, rotating shiftsIf you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us, please click on "Apply Online" from within this page.For further information, please contact Liz Pratt on Email: ****** close Sunday 12 January 2025Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whaiBy joining together, we will succeed
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