HealthCare NZ provides a wide array of health and human services to people throughout New Zealand. Since 1988 we have been caring, supporting and empowering people in need to live independently, safely and well in their community as well as in specialized treatment settings. We help people gain access to needed services, ensuring they receive vital services, are safe, well-cared for and live as independently as possible.
At HealthCare NZ, we're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity, reflecting the communities we serve. If you would like to work in a role that is both rewarding and challenging and would like to make a difference, then we would like to hear from you!
Benefits: Online learning platform
Supportive and knowledgeable team
National organisation supporting personal development for all staff
Commitment to making a difference in communities
Option to receive free flu vaccine
Company vehicle and petrol card
Discounted health insurance
You will be working as part of our clinical community nursing programme service who provide District Nursing in the community. We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and passionate Registered Nurse to deliver high quality nursing services to people living in the community. You will live in the Otautahi Christchurch region.
This role is about working with our already established team of Nurses, Coordinators, Support Workers and other Allied Health in the community. As a Registered Nurse you will provide a broad range of care to clients in their own home such as:
Non-complex and complex wound care including negative pressure therapy and compression bandaging
Medication management and the methadone programme
Diabetes management
Catheter and bowel cares
Tunnel Drain care
Cardio-pulmonary Care
Cardio-thoracic and chest trauma care post-surgery
Part of the role is providing a 24hr service to clients which includes nurses working weekends and evening shifts, as well as an on-call component. Shifts include:
Morning shift: 8:00AM - 4:30PM
Afternoon shift: 1:00PM - 9:30PM
On call: one overnight shift every 4 weeks
Minimum requirements include:
Passion for making a difference and improving the quality of life for people living in their own homes
Strong communication and organisational skills
At least 1 year of experience as a Registered Nurse and have a current registration
Restricted or Full Driver's License - must be able to drive around by yourself!
Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview.
All applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit and be living in or intending to move to Christchurch or Canterbury. Must be able to complete a satisfactory police check and reference checks.
Reference # 30157
Posted on 05 Nov 2024
Closes on 03 Dec 2024 17:00
Location(s): Christchurch branch area
Expertise: Nursing
Job level(s): 1 - 3 years of experience, 3 - 5 years of experience, 5 - 7 years of experience, 7 + years of experience
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