• Outpatients, Child Health Centre
• Permanent full time 1.0 FTE

Working with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau 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.

Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau 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:

Achieving the best health outcomes for our tamariki starts with expecting the best from ourselves, and right now Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is looking for a motivated Enrolled Nurse to join our Child Health Services team at Whangarei Hospital.

The primary function of this role is to work in the Outpatients clinic under the direction/delegation of Registered Nurse (RN) to provide the best outcomes concerning the health status of tamariki.

The Enrolled Nurse is to provide safe, effective whānau centred care using professional knowledge and skills, in accordance with:

• Te Whatu Ora policies
• Enrolled Nurse Scope of Practice
• Nursing Practice Standards
• Nursing Council of NZ Enrolled Nurse competencies

Provide ongoing monitoring and support ensuring developmentally appropriate care is provided in a culturally appropriate and sensitive way.

This position is a permanent, full time role working 40 hours per week according to a roster.

There may be some flexibility with the shifts worked and part time may be available for the right candidate.

Key Requirements:

• Enrolled Nurse with a current Practicing Certificate
• Transitioned to current EN scope of practice or willingness to do so
• Computer Literacy
• Excellent communication skills
• Enjoy working with tamariki and their whānau

Recent experience in a hospital and/or outpatient setting is desirable.

A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau 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: NS23-195

Closes: 7 June 2023