Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Ward B6, Waipapa Hospital, Christchurch
- 0.8FTE (32 hours a week), Permanent role
- Shifts - Wednesday to Saturday 0800 - 1630 with flexibility start times
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
About the Role
An
exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Haematology Registered Nurse
with an interest and specialist knowledge in bone marrow transplant patient
management.
You will be responsible for:
- Service development & quality improvements for the transplant service
- Initiates & manages Service based complex patient clinical reviews
- Liaise with primary services to support the entire patient journey from admission through to discharge
- Mentors & role models expert clinical practice & standards to support staff to work to the top of their scope
- Educates staff in relation to daily clinical practice development & new initiatives most specifically stem cell transplant patient management
- Undertakes
& drives a small component of research to the role for quality
specialty/ service improvements
About the Service
The Bone Marrow Transplant Unit located in ward B6 is where patients receive specialised treatment for malignant and non-malignant haematological disorders treating patients from throughout the South Island.
We are a well-established collaborative team, who work and play hard. We deliver high standards of nursing care to the patients and families admitted to the ward. We offer a supportive and encouraging work environment and strive to be recognised as a centre of excellence.
About
you
- 3 - 5 years recent haematology experience
- Relevant bone marrow transplant experience
- You will either hold or be working towards a relevant post graduate qualification.
- Experience working in a clinical speciality or relevant senior nursing role
- Demonstrate skills in nursing leadership
- Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with a strong patient focus.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with
a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
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
To apply please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by Monday 30th June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Nila at nila.gopal@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz