Enrolled Nurse

Surgical Services - Timaru Hospital

Permanent, Part time, 64 -72 Hours per fortnight,

Rostered Shifts

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 a Surgical Enrolled Nurse with a good amount experience behind them to become part of the team here in Timaru. You - ll enjoy the flexibility of a truly varied role - one moment you could be working with a gynecology patient; the next, you - re in orthopedics - never a dull moment or a day that looks like another!

Our 40 Bed Surgical Ward where we provide Nursing care to patients from a wide range of specialties including General, Orthopaedic, Gynaecological, and ENT surgery.

Motivated, with a mature attitude and organised approach, you will be flexible and adaptable in this ever changing, fast paced environment.  The ability to work autonomously and effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team, will be key to your success in this role

Ideally it is envisaged you will have a background in general surgery, with sound acute assessment and critical thinking skills.

Specific Requirements include:

• NZ Nursing Council Registration and current APC
• A minimum of 2 years post graduate nursing experience
  

You already know what a Surgical Nurse does, so 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 using the link below: 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 remain open and will close 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, you will be expected to produce your immunisation records for infection control purposes.