OPMH casual RN Alexandra hospital

Casual position, Inpatient Unit, Alexandra Hospital, Richmond, Nelson

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

• Help deliver best possible health outcomes for our elderly patients
• Casual position working on an as required basis covering periods of increased demand and leave

Join Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

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

The Older Persons’ Mental Health Inpatient Unit, at Alexandra Hospital, provides psychiatric and geriatric care for the older members of our community. We aspire to provide high quality inpatient care to patients with acute mental health needs and/or complex age related health conditions. We work in partnership with our patients, their families, the clinical team and community carers and supports to achieve the best possible health outcome for the patient. 

We have a small pool of casual staff to cover leave and periods of high acuity. Casual staff are a valuable part of our workforce and enjoy the same opportunities  available to  permanent staff. Casual positions  offer flexibility of work hours, work – life balance  and the opportunity to apply for permanent positions when  available.  This vacancy is ideally suited to an RN who  is available for night shift however other shifts are also available. Penal rates apply.

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

You will have current NCNZ registration and practising certificate, with no conditions that exclude Mental Health Scope of Practice, and a minimum of one year’s post-registration nursing experience is desirable.

You will have knowledge of:

• Physical and mental disorders commonly experienced in older persons
• Contemporary treatment approaches including person-centred care, sensory modulation, therapeutic use of self and therapeutic use of psychiatric medications
• Mental Health assessment and care planning
• Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act, 1992
• PPPR Act - Welfare Guardianship 

Your skills will include:

• Well-developed interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary team
• Ability to work effectively with patients who have challenging behaviours. 

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)

Health NZ Nelson Marlborough is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we are Nelson’s and Marlborough’s largest employer, supporting the health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region. 

Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, 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)

Older Person’s Mental Health is growing and developing service providing physical and mental health professional development opportunities for the right applicant. 

You will be joining a great team that values teamwork and is committed to supporting the best possible health outcomes for our elderly patients. 

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

Apply now, it’s easy. Please complete our online application process. 

For general enquiries please contact our Nursing Recruitment Coordinator on Lee.Packer@nmdhb.govt.nz. Alternatively for role specific information please Christine Ball, Nurse Manager - Older Persons Metal Health at Christine.Ball@nmdhb.govt.nz.

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Applications close: 11th December unless filled prior. Applications will be reviewed as received.

Health NZ l 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.