Life is a collection of small moments: meaningful moments, challenging moments, moments to remember. At Te Whatu Ora South Canterbury, we want to support our people to enjoy more of the moments that matter. Are you ready to join us?

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The Sexual Health Service based at Timaru Hospital is a free and confidential service for anyone concerned and wanting advice.  The service also provides assessment, diagnosis and treatment for a range of sexual health conditions and supports patients and their whanau/families. 

We are looking for a Registered Nurse with the appropriate experience to join the team and provide patient focused and culturally appropriate care that is delivered with the utmost professionalism, dignity, respect, empathy, and above all confidentiality.

The person for this role will need to have clinical experience in the field of sexual health and be able to lead and provide contemporary best practice to meet the needs of a wide range of people and conditions.  Additionally, to impart appropriately targeted education, while providing supportive testing and follow-up services.

The successful candidate should have the following attributes:

• Significant level of relevant clinical experience and assessment skills
• Able to function as an autonomous practitioner
• Follows best practice sexual health guidelines ensuring the provision of quality care
• Ability to incorporate education, health promotion and support to meet the needs of the clients and family / whanau in their care
• Strong communication skills both written and oral and the ability to relate well to people from a wide variety of backgrounds
• Authorised vaccinator or willing to work towards this qualification
  

The successful person will need to be registered with the Nursing Council and have a current practising certificate.

Why choose Te Whatu Ora?

As one of the country - s smaller districts our people always have room to move and grow - you - ll get a wider exposure to specialties and enjoy the benefits of a flat structure: processes that run smoothly and a fun, friendly culture. With us, you - re more than just a number; you - re part of a team where everyone knows your name.

On top of all that, you - ll get to enjoy the fantastic Timaru lifestyle: between the beach and the mountains, that long-coveted work-life balance is truly achievable here.

At Te Whatu Ora, South Canterbury, integrity, collaboration, accountability, respect and excellence are at the heart of everything we do. We are a proudly diverse team, as we know a diverse and inclusive workforce achieves the best outcomes for our patients and communities. If you share in these core values and bring them into every aspect of your patient care, we can - t wait for you to join us.

Apply now - this moment is yours!

Please apply for this vacancy online at https://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz

We look forward to receiving your application directly via our Careers Site.

If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230.

Applications will Open and close once a suitable applicant is found.