Registered Nurse – Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit (Fixed Term)
Perioperative Service
Southland Hospital
Salary Band – $81,600 - $106,739 p.a. pro-rata + Kiwisaver + car park
Fixed term position to 27 January 2025
(0.8 FTE – 32 hours per week)
Competitive salary + paid overtime + Carpark
We are looking for an experienced recovery nurse with a "can do", positive attitude to join our Perioperative Service in our Post-Anaesthesia Care Unit based in Southland Hospital. Our passionate team's focus is on patient centred care, and they take great pride in improving the health and wellbeing of our community.
Mo te turanga | About the role
Our service presents a busy environment, one that we navigate on a daily basis through a team-based model of care. It is essential you have a kind nature and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing clinical situations. Recent Perioperative nursing experience and sound clinical skills are essential, and recent, relevant PACU experience is critical in ensuring the patient journey is a smooth one. Given the wide geographical area the hospital covers, there will be many opportunities for variety in your work which lends itself to both your professional and personal development.
While this role is primarily based in Recovery, you should apply with understanding that you may be required to assist elsewhere in Perioperative as and when needed to ensure smooth running of our service. You will also be required to work an on-call roster. This is a fixed term position to cover a period of parental leave by the incumbent.
Experience in a broad range of specialties
Generally sociable working hours
And you are:
Someone who thrives in a close knit team environment
Ready for a new challenge and/or a change from the ward
Able to make rapid decisions and prompt interventions
Confident in taking a step up in terms of clinical responsibility
Well experienced but still keen to grow your skillset
Then it's here, working with us that your depth of experience and confidence will come into their own. We provide a comprehensive orientation and absolutely guarantee you'll learn new skills to complement your present skill set. Apply today!
Continuous support for career development
Subsidised gym membership and discounted health insurance
Free on-site parking
Short work commutes – only 10-15 minutes' drive to work from anywhere in the city
Access to discounted staff holiday accommodation in Te Anau and Central Otago
Access to a range of retail and entertainment discounts
Discounted rates available with local Childcare provider
Affordable housing and beautiful scenery
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.
Utu whanui | Salary range
This role belongs to the Te Whatu Ora/NZNO Collective Agreement and falls between Step 2 ($81,683 p.a. pro-rata) and Step 7 ($106,739 p.a. pro-rata) Registered Nurses Salary Scale.
Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.
In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to:
Occupational Health Assessment
Police Vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)
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