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Clinical Nurse Specialist - Wāhi Tautoko (Adult Inpatient Group)

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Wāhi Tautoko (Adult Inpatient Group)

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha CanterburyChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand
1 day ago
Job description

About the role

Wāhi Tautoko is a 10‑bedded service located in Building 8. We aim to support consumers that require extended assessment or treatment following an admission to the acute inpatient service prior to discharge.

  • tāngata whaiorawho are presenting to services for the first time that may require extended assessment and support around management of their symptoms.
  • tāngata whaiorata that have an identified discharge pathway on admission – i.e. home or supported accommodation – but may require some additional assessment and up‑skilling to safely and successfully transition into the community.
  • tāngata whaiorawho may have limited social supports and require support to increase their engagement in their local communities.

The goals of the service

  • Provision of a safe and supportive environment to provide extended assessment, treatment and rehabilitation following an admission to the adult acute service.
  • Teaching skills to help support illness management and to support consumers to live the life they want to live.
  • Support development of structure and meaningful routines.
  • Support safe discharge into a community setting.

    • Responsibilities

  • Role model expert nursing practice and leadership.
  • Provide education, consultancy, and research roles within the team.
  • Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC with mental health scope.
  • Active involvement in ensuring the transition of tangata whaiora, along with the allied‑health team, into the community.
  • Oversee the clinical care provided by nursing and multidisciplinary team.
  • Support the Clinical Manager as a leader / change agent.
  • Model nursing clinical excellence to improve the mental health and physical health outcomes for our tangata whaiora.
  • Provide support and guidance, performance feedback and complete performance appraisals for nursing staff in the team.

    • Your skills and qualifications

  • Be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
  • Hold a post‑graduate nursing diploma in a relevant area (required).
  • Hold a current Nursing Council of New Zealand practising certificate.
  • Clinical excellence within an acute inpatient setting.
  • Motivation and confidence to be in a leadership role.
  • Ability to lead and get the best out of your colleagues.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues of different disciplines in our multidisciplinary team.

    • 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.

    We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

    How to apply

    To apply please click apply now . All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Monday 17th November.

    If you have any questions about the role, please contact Natalie Gaunt at

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

    Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

    Job details

    Job Reference : PC

    Location : South Island – Canterbury – Christchurch

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