## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role
- Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
- Fixed term, part-time 0.4FTE position covering parental leave until 8th August 2026
- Must have scope to work in Mental Health
- Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora isfirmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated toserving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we - rebuilding a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability,whanau-centred care, and excellence.
About the roleOur specialist Mental Health Services' permanent pool is looking for a Registered Nurse to cover a fixed term parental leave position until August 2026.Primarily based at Hillmorton Hospital, you will be providing cover acrossinpatient services; including acute adult admitting units, high / complex needsservices, intellectual disabilities, forensics, specialty services, Mothers andBabies, Eating Disorders, Alcohol and Drug, and child and youth services.
About YouThisposition requires a background in mental health, working as a RegisteredNurse Nurse, and the ability to work both autonomously, andalongside the multidisciplinary teams you will be working with.The opportunityto cover in a variety of different settings across Specialist Mental HealthServices, means :
We are looking for Registered nurses with excellent communication and time management skills who can work effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team.As part of a progressive organisation that values honesty, respect and integrity for every individual, this multi-varied role presents you with the opportunity to work in dynamic and challenging health environments.You will need to be confident, resilient and have the ability to build strong and successful relationships, with the patients and their families / whanau as we have a strong emphasis of re-engagement into the community.Skills and experienceRegistered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC and mental health scope;Previous Mental Health scope and experience is preferred;Nurses with the right skills and attitude who do not have mental health experience but have mental health scope, would be considered on a case by case basis;Excellent communication and time management skills;Confident and resilient;Strong focus on relationship-building;Knowledge of and a commitment to Te Tiriti O Waitangi.Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo apply please click -apply nowAll applications must be submitted through our online careers - portalIf you have any questions about the role, please contact Natalie Gaunt atWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.| Location : | Christchurch |#J-18808-Ljbffr
