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Registered Nurse - MothercraftWaikato District Health Board • Waikato,Hamilton,WKO
Registered Nurse - Mothercraft

Registered Nurse - Mothercraft

Waikato District Health Board • Waikato,Hamilton,WKO
30+ days ago
Job description

Job Description

- Registered Nurse - Mothercraft (WAI29453)Registered Nurse - Mothercraft:WAI29453
  • 27 Tisdall Terrace, Hamilton Central.
  • Fixed term until 8 May 2026
  • 64 hours per fortnight rostered shifts
  • This is a unique opportunity to work in a highly skilled, dynamic and supportive multi-disciplinary team, which is nurse led, to work with mothers and babies in Mothercraft

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

The role provides specialist nursing care, support and advice for caregivers around assessment, education, evaluation and negotiated planning of care for their babies in a residential environment.

Mothercraft Nurses work closely with the multidisciplinary team of Dietitians, Social Workers, Kaitiaki, Perinatal Mental Health Nurse, Lactation Consultants Speech Language Therapists and Paediatricians.

The successful applicant will be supported to achieve this by

  • A comprehensive orientation to the role
  • Support from colleagues to develop in the role
  • Educational opportunities as necessary
  • Opportunities to develop advanced nursing skills
  • Training to use systems / programmes that are required by the service

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About the Team

We have a 5 bedded unit providing a 5 day inpatient service for infants from birth up to approximately 1 year of age providing support & education for parents and babies experiencing issues such as feeding difficulties, reflux, unsettled/irritable babies, poor weight gain, sleep issues. We also assist with transitioning babies from NICU where parents need extra support before discharge and support with NG tube weaning.

We also provide support for families experiencing Postnatal depression/anxiety which impacts the care of the infant.

About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

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