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?

Watch this video to learn how this moment is yours!

Right now, we - re looking for ICU/Critical Care Registered Nurses  looking to develop their nursing skills to become part of the team here in Timaru. You - ll enjoy the flexibility of a truly varied role where there is never a dull moment or a day that looks like another!

As a highly professional and motivated Registered Nurse, your precise and organised approach, combined with the ability to work effectively as part of a team of health professionals, is imperative in this role. You will be intuitive, quick thinking and your excellent acute nursing skills will give you confidence in this specialty area of nursing.

We are committed to supporting you in your professional development and have opportunities available for continuing education. This is an opportunity for you to further enhance your nursing career, by developing and advancing your critical care skills.

Specific Requirements include:

• NZ Nursing Council Registration and current APC
• Ability to work under pressure
• Experience in ICU/CCU not essential as we can support those wanting to develop their skills in this area of nursing 

Why choose Te Whatu Ora - South Canterbury?

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. You - ll be supported to thrive through our many professional development opportunities and have the chance to share your expertise as part of our graduate mentoring programme.

On top of all that, you - ll get to enjoy the fantastic Timaru lifestyle: between the beach and the mountains, 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

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

Closing Date: OPEN 

This job advert may close early once a suitable applicant is found.

As part of our duty of care towards our patients, it is crucial that all patient-facing staff be fully immunised. If you have made it to the later stages of recruitment for a role that has vaccination requirements, you will be expected to produce your immunisation records for infection control purposes.

For more information visit: www.TeWhatuOra.govt.nz