Registered Nurses Intramuscular Injection Medication Clinic
- 2 x Registered Nurse 1.0FTE Positions available
We are seeking two Registered Nurses to join our newly developed IntramuscularMedication (IMI) Clinic Team. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of aspecialised service delivering highquality care to tangata whaiora receivinglongacting injectable antipsychotic medications in the community.
We are looking for motivated adaptable clinicianswho can work independently respond confidently to emerging issues andcontribute to a service that prioritises safe personcentred care. Bothpositions are fulltime Monday to Friday.
About the Role
As part of this small dedicated team you willwork with consumers who receive regular intramuscular injections at Hillmortonoutreach clinic settings or communitybased locations including tangatawhaiora homes. The role offers the opportunity to build strong therapeuticrelationships over time supporting recovery and wellbeing through a strengthsbasedapproach.
You will work collaboratively withmultidisciplinary teams across Specialist Mental Health Services (SMHS)ensuring continuity of care and supporting safe transitions where appropriate.
Key Responsibilities
- Therapeutic engagement Developing and maintaining strong therapeutic relationships that promote engagement and continuity of care.
- Medication administration Administering longacting injectable antipsychotic medications.
- Monitoring and review Monitoring medication effectiveness mental status risk and overall wellbeing.
- Consumer education Providing education on medications side effects and selfmanagement strategies.
- Recovery support Supporting consumers to achieve individual recovery goals.
- Metabolic monitoring Conducting metabolic health monitoring.
- Service transition Working with MDTs to identify opportunities for discharge from SMHS where appropriate.
- Ongoing support Providing continued support for consumers requiring longerterm involvement with SMHS.
- Legislative requirements Supporting consumers subject to the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act including associated processes and documentation (RN specific).
About You
We are seeking Nurses whobring:
- Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with Mental Health Scope
- Experience in community mental health settings.
- Understanding of the Mental Health (Compulsory Assessment and Treatment) Act (RN).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Strong clinical assessment and risk management capability.
- Proven ability to build therapeutic relationships and engage effectively.
- Commitment toculturally safe practice recovery-oriented care and Te Tiriti o Waitangiprinciples.
- Confidence working autonomously while contributing effectively within a small team and MDT environment.
- Venepuncture skills or willingness to undertake training.
- Current full New Zealand drivers license
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuringexcellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce thatis diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand andservice our community. We welcome applications from our diverse MāoriPacific disabled and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. Allapplications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Tuesday 29th September.If youhave any questions about the role please contact Lisa Gray at
We will review applications as received and may proceedwith the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
Required Experience:
IC
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience: years
Vacancy: 1