Registered Nurse | Kennedy Unit

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Registered Nurse | Kennedy Unit0.94 FTE, fixed term position available until 24/11/2025A registered nurse, with a mental health scope of practicePrevious experience working with drug abuse and addiction is desirableMo te tunga | About the role Based at Hillmorton Hospital, Kennedy is a 6-bed inpatient unit providing specialist medical withdrawal management and stabilisation for people across the South Island seeking treatment for alcohol and/or substance dependence.
We are seeking an engaged and motivated Registered Nurse, who will work collaboratively with a consumer centered approach to add value, expertise and energy to this stable and cohesive team.
Pehea | About You You will have exceptional communication, interpersonal skills and a commitment to quality patient care and education. You will build successful relationships with consumers and their families/whanau, which will be key to your success in this role and will enable you to achieve optimum outcomes. You will be reliable and conscientious and have a genuine interest in this exciting specialty within mental health.
Previous experience in mental health, and specific experience working with alcohol and drug addictions is desirable.
This is a fixed term 0.94 FTE role available until 24/11/2025, that follows a 4 days on, 2 days off roster pattern (encompassing a rotating roster of morning, afternoon and night shifts).
Specialist Mental Health Services are an interdisciplinary team that forms part of Health NZ | Te Whatu Ora - Canterbury | Waitaha. We are committed to working and partnering with tangata whaiora and their whanau. Constantly striving to work within our philosophy; we develop therapeutic, supportive and empowering relationships with our consumers, enabling them to achieve their personal goals and aspirations.
Please submit your most recent resume along with a cover letter stating why you believe that you are the ideal candidate for the role highlighting any skills you have gained along the way.
Applications are only accepted online so please visit our website at www.cdhbcareers.co.nz to complete an application.
Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now! Closing Date: Thursday, 3rd October 2024

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