* A rewarding opportunity supporting the acute mental health service; * Unique career development opportunities; * Full-time and part-time positions available.Mo te tunga | About the roleTe Awakura (Adult Inpatient Group) is a 64-bedadult acute inpatient unit that provides 24-hour care to consumers experiencingacute mental illness.
Our model of care primarily focuses on integratedmultidisciplinary teams who strive to provide excellent care to tangatawhaiorain the least restrictive manner.
There are four 16-bed acute inpatient wards thatmake up Te Awakura.
These wards cover the North, East, South and West quadrantsof Christchurch.
We are a kind and compassionate group who values partneringwith our consumers and their whanau whilst ensuring that we provide them withhigh-quality care.Pehea | About YouThere are various vacancies available for Registered Nurses with mental health scope.
You will find yourself contributing essentialservices within a rewarding field; working with tangata whaiora withcomplex mental health needs.
As part of a progressive organisation that valueshonesty, respect and integrity for every individual, this multi-varied rolepresents you with the opportunity to work in a dynamic and challenging healthenvironment.
* Full time, part time and fixed termopportunities available; * Rotating roster of 4 days on, 2 days off forfull time; * Work autonomously and as part of a cohesivemulti-disciplinary team.Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and experience * Registered with the Nursing Council of NewZealand with a current APC and mental health scope; * Previous Mental Health scope and experience is preferred; * Nurses with the right skills and attitude who do not have mental health experience but have mental health scope, would be considered on a case by case basis; * Excellent communication and time managementskills; * Confident and resilient; * Strong focus on relationship-building; * Knowledge of and a commitment to Te Tiriti O Waitangi.Mo matou | About UsSpecialist 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 consumers/tangata whaiora and their family/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.Tono inaianei | Apply NowApplications are only accepted online so please visit our website at complete an application.Enquiries: Shannon Le Roux - Recruitment Partner ******** will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now