Enrolled Nurse - PSAID (Aroha Pai)

Work within a supportive and innovative multi-disciplinary teamHave access to unique professional development and education opportunitiesFurther grow and develop your nursing skills and expertise within Intellectual DisabilityPermanent, part-time 0.7FTE position available for an Enrolled NurseHealth 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 Aroha Pai Inpatient Unit, is based at Hillmorton Hospital and specialises in the assessment and treatment of people with a dual diagnosis (intellectual disability and mental illness). Using an MDT approach, the team implement a range of interventions to support people in their journey. Working collaboratively with consumers, their whanau and other significant people in their lives to ensure they have access to a high standard of care and are able to achieve equitable healthcare outcomes in their journey. About You You will have an interest in working with consumers who have a dual diagnosis Be a strong team player who can also practice autonomously Able to promote the nursing perspective and advocate for your consumers Excellent physical and mental health assessment skills Highly developed communication skills and an ability to connect with others in a meaningful and therapeutic manner Be a positive, compassionate and caring person with a genuine desire to work with this consumer group You must have a current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) scoped for mental health 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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Recruitment Partner Lisa Gray on [email protected] 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