Whangārei Hospital

Working with Health New Zealand Northland is about more than just a job. It's about enjoying coming to work every day, feeling challenged, trusted and supported, whilst enjoying living in a region that has a lifestyle unrivalled in New Zealand.

Health New Zealand is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated ICU Nurse who is looking to step up to a clinical leadership and management role within Te Tai Tokerau ICU based at Whangārei Hospital.

Te Tai Tokerau is the northern most hospital, part of Health New Zealand (HNZ). The ICU is made up of a close knit and supportive team of clinicians with a commitment to professional development, innovation and motivation to make a positive difference to the people we serve, the clinical teams we work with and to each other.

You will be an experienced ICU nurse with a positive and professional approach, ability to work calmly under pressure, with the emotional intelligence and experience to manage and support the clinical nursing team across clinical shifts. You will role model the values of the organisation as you support and manage the nursing team over designated shifts 24/7. 

There will be opportunities for you to grow and develop as a clinician and leader as we value the importance of investing in our team and supporting this growth.

This is a permanent full-time position working 40 hours per week, with a mix of 8 hour and 12 hour rostered shifts.

Key Requirements

• Registered Nurse with a current Practicing Certificate
• Relevant PG Diploma
• Designated Senior Nurse PDRP or Expert
• At least 5 years' experience in Intensive Care/High Dependency Nursing
• Experience in shift coordination

A proven Leadership experience is highly desirable.

Benefits

• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development opportunities & training provided to prepare you for your future leadership roles.
• Be a part of a fun-loving & close-knit supportive team

A career with Health New Zealand will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: NS24-127

Closes: 25 September 2024