Registered Nurse - Ward 3B

Registered Nurse, Ward 3B, Taranaki Base Hospital. Variable FTE Accross surgical specialties Both fixed term and permanent positions available. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. About the Role We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse with a minimum of two years hospital experience to join our dynamic surgical/orthopaedic teams. This is an exciting opportunity for a nurse who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. Do you have strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills, excellent communication and teamwork and committed to culturally safe and compassionate care. You will work in a supportive environment where professional growth is encouraged. You will be a part of a team that values collaboration, and respect. This position is rostered and rotating shift patterns and staff will be required to work 8 hour shifts at the following times: 0645 - 1515 1445 - 2315 2245 - 0715 1030 - 1900 Please click here to view the position description About the Team/Service/ Location Our team of 35 dedicated nurses is committed to delivering exceptional care to surgical and orthopaedic patients in a fast-paced environment that prioritises individualised care and fosters a strong sense of teamwork. We work collaboratively alongside skilled Health Care Assistance, allied health and medical teams to provide evidenced based care and rehabilitation from injury or surgery. For more information on living and working in Taranaki click here About you As a Registered Nurse, the following skills are recommended Prefer two years of acute nursing experience A strong focus on patient assessment Safe medication administration practices Understanding of pre and post operative principles and procedures Infection control practices Confident communication verbal and written Respectful, empathetic, compassionate, culturally safe communication with patients and whanau Teamwork, time management Beginning to assess situations and make sound clinical judgments Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr