Job Description - Registered Nurse - Ward M17 - ENT, Maxillofacial and Ophthalmology (WAI28675)Registered Nurse - Ward M17 - ENT, Maxillofacial and Ophthalmology:WAI28675Waikato Hospital2x Fixed Term 0.8 FTE (64 hours per fortnight) and 0.9 FTE (72 hours per fortnight) rostered positions Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.
If you are looking for a dynamic and fast-paced work environment with a chance to gain an enormous range of desirable skills and experience, you will excel in Ward M17.Ward M17 specialised in the management of Tracheostomy / Laryngectomy patients, a wide range of Head and Neck Surgery as well as Ophthalmology patients.
About the RoleIf you are an experienced Registered Nurse who is looking for a challenge, come and join our supportive, dynamic and flexible nursing team working together to provide quality care to all patients within the Midland region.
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your nursing skills within a supportive environment in the ENT specialty.
M17 is a 20 bed acute and elective unit that provides a stimulating and challenging environment in which to develop or enhance your nursing skills.
About the TeamWard M17 is 20-bed adult surgical ward specialising in ENT, Maxillofacial and Ophthalmology.
We treat a wide range of acute and elective patients including Head, Neck, and Eye surgery.We are a supportive and collaborative team and prioritise professional development through extensive internal training opportunities to enhance your skills and xpertise.
About youSkills and experience you'll need to be considered for the role: Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o WaitangiMinimum of 2 years post registration experienceRecent ENT/Maxillofacial/Ophthalmology nursing experience would be advantageousExperience working in an acute surgical care settingThe ability and flexibility to work rostered dutiesAnnual practicing certificateEligibility to work in New Zealand Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
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How to Apply Please click 'Apply online' or apply via our Waikato Careers Website by clicking All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 6th January 2025.
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