Registered Nurses - Community Crisis Resolution Team

We are seeking experienced and enthusiastic registerednurses to join our crisis resolution team.

In this role you will : Provide timely mental health assessments, crisis interventions and short-term intensive treatment Work collaboratively with service users, whanau / families, and partner agencies to ensure safe and effective care Work in a dynamic, multidisciplinary environment where no two days are the same About You As a professional and highly motivated Registered Nurse who displays a positive attitude and enthusiasm for this area of work, you will enjoy being part of a committed and diverse multidisciplinary team, you will work in collaboration with a group of professionals that recognises the importance of providing quality care and services to their clients, friends and whanau.

Working within a multi-disciplinary team, and in collaboration with our clients and their whanau, primary care, community supports and our inpatient teams, your ability to think on your feet, triage and prioritize your patients appropriately in a timely manner is essential.

Skills and experience To be successful in this role, the following is required : RN with current APC and mental health scope Have a full New Zealand driver's license Experience in mental health settings preferred (ideally in crisis or acute areas).

However, support and education will be provided for the right candidate Skilled in risk assessment, crisis intervention and de-escalation Able to remain calm, compassionate and solution focused under pressure A strong communicator who thrives in a team but can also work autonomously Knowledge of and a commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi Ideally you will be a Duly Authorised Officer who has been trained and signed off as being able facilitate the MHA, if not currently a DAO, applicants for this position will be required to undertake this paid three day DAO training as provided by the Waitaha Canterbury.

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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.