Permanent 0.6FTE (48 hours/fortnight)

Variance Response Management (VRM) Team

Wairau Hospital, Blenheim

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand (Nelson Marlborough) formerly NMDHB

• This role offers plenty of variety across all wards/units/shifts
• A minimum of 2 years post-registration nursing experience is required

Are you an experienced RN or EN with a can-do attitude and the flexibility to adapt to a changing and dynamic clinical environment on a daily basis? If so, this role could be the ideal next step for you? 

Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position) 

This VRM position requires you to practice both independently and in collaboration with your nursing colleagues and other health professionals to assess consumers - health needs. You will utilise your sound knowledge and experience in general surgical/medical/acute care nursing to provide quality care, advice and support consumers to manage their own health. 

Shifts will be rostered and rotating, working mainly afternoon and night shifts across a variety of wards/units (Monday to Friday), and across all shifts at weekends.

Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)

You will have NZNC registration and a current practising certificate and will be a vibrant and enthusiastic registered nurse with at least 2 years post-registration general surgical / medical / acute care nursing experience. It will be important that you have a commitment to providing a quality service and being part of a high performing team. You will have excellent organisational and time management skills and will enjoy keeping up to date with clinical practice. 

Te Whatu Ora staff must have completed their primary course of two NZ approved COVID-19 vaccines.

Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we are Nelson and Marlborough - s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team, and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork. 

Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)

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Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position) 

We encourage a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and passionate about caring for our community.

Situated at the top of the South Island, Blenheim is well known for its temperate climate, award winning wineries, stunning scenery and outdoor pursuits - all available within minutes of the town centre. For more information on the Marlborough region visit https://marlboroughnz.com/

The full-time equivalent salary range if:

• a RN is appointed, is $72,061 through to $95,340
• an EN is appointed, is $61,146 to $73,609 

based on the current NZNO Nursing and Midwifery MECA, (pay equity adjusted) dependent on skills, experience and registration in NZ.

Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)

For general enquiries please contact our recruitment team on vacancies@nmdhb.govt.nz or 03 546 1274.

Apply now, it - s easy. Please fill in our online application form.

https://nmdhb.careercentre.net.nz

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Applications close: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Te Whatu Ora strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

We believe that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce reflective of the population it serves. We strongly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Māori and we recruit for cultural competence.

He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.