• Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
• Casual pool positions for 3 x Enrolled Nurses(please include a cover letter with your application)
• While mental health experience is desirable, applications from staff who wish to gain experience within mental health are welcomed
• Must be Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC
• Must have a mental health scope of practice
• Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a cohesive Multi-Disciplinary Team

About the role

On both the Specialist Mental Health Services' permanent and casual pools, we have need for 3 x casual Enrolled Nurses with mental health experience. Based at Hillmorton Hospital, you will be providing cover across inpatient services; including acute adult admitting units, high/ complex needs services, intellectual disabilities, forensics, specialty services, Mothers and Babies, Eating Disorders, Alcohol and Drug, and child and youth services.

About You

This position requires a background in mental health, working as an Enrolled Nurse, and the ability to work both autonomously, and alongside the multidisciplinary teams you will be working with. The opportunity to cover in a variety of different settings across Specialist Mental Health Services, means:

• We are looking for Enrolled 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 can 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 experience

• Registered 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.

About Us

Specialist Mental Health Services are an interdisciplinary team that forms part Health NZ, we are committed to working and partnering with tāngata whaiora and their whānau. Constantly striving to work within our philosophy; we develop therapeutic, supportive and empowering relationships with our consumers, enabling them to achieve their personal goals and aspirations.

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.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at [email protected]

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