Te Roopu Whitiora, Kaupapa Maori Mental Health & Addictions Service

Achieving the best health outcomes for Northland communities starts with expecting the best from ourselves. We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired.

About the Role

We are looking for a Registered Nurse, to join our supportive community-based Te Roopu Whitiora - Kaupapa Maori Adult Mental Health and Addictions multidisciplinary team, based in Whangarei.  This is a full time (40 hours per week) permanent role.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop a new position within the service to assist Tāngata Whaiora and whanau to navigate their health care journey through Te Roopu Whitiora Whangarei Kaupapa Maori Mental Health service. Specific focus on succession planning; entry to discharge with a targeted health journey that meets the needs of Tāngata Whaiora and Whanau to receive an equitable treatment that is optimised and kaupapa focused.

 We are a close knit team that practices Whānaungatanga. If you want to work in a fun, friendly and supportive team environment, apply now.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Be a registered nurse and hold a current practicing certificate
• Sound judgement for safe and appropriate decision making to assess the presence, severity and complexity of a person's mental illness symptoms
• Hold a full drivers licence
• Have experience working within the Community Mental Health and Addiction setting and be dedicated to improving the health and wellbeing of Maori.
• Have well developed communication and interpersonal skills
• Be able to work as part of a positive and productive multidisciplinary team

“Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now!”

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand 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.

A career with Te Whatu Ora 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: NS23-364