Registered Nurse - PSAID (Aroha Pai)

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

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.

Permanent full-time and part-time positions available. Please advise in your cover letter what you are applying for.

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.

How to Apply

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