Continence Service - District Nursing. Registered Nurse or Physiotherapist Nelson community
Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Suitable for a Registered Nurse or Physiotherapist
- District Nursing Continence Service Nelson/Tasman Community
- 0.6FTE (48hours a fortnight between Mon-Fri)
- Based at Richmond Hub
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
Registered Nurse or Physiotherapist role to work in the Continence service within the District Nursing team. Post registration study and experience in continence or pelvic health preferred, but not essential. A commitment to further education in this area will be expected.
About the Team/Service/ Location
You will be joining a friendly, supportive team working in the community. You will enjoy a high degree of responsibility, variety and the opportunity to develop skills with emphasis on a multi-disciplinary approach to treatment.
District Nursing is a supportive and inclusive team, which you will be a valued part of. We strongly promote a positive team culture and encourage professional development in furthering your career.
About you
If you are an enthusiastic Registered Nurse or Physiotherapist with a passion for community healthcare this could be the position for you.
- Suitable for either a Registered Nurse or Physiotherapist with an interest in Continence.
- You will have current registration with your professional regulatory authority, a current practising certificate and a full driver's licence.
- Minimum of 3yrs post grad experience in clinical care, due to the high level of autonomy with the role
- You will be a team player, who enjoys keeping up to date with clinical practice, with excellent organisational and time management skills and a commitment to quality.
- Great time management and organisation of workloads, including an ability to triage and prioritise patient care.
- High level of communication and problem-solving skills
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 22.05.25. If you have any general questions please contact the nursing recruiter on Lee.Packer@tewhatuora.govt.nz or for more role specific questions please contact Susannah McKenzie Associate Charge Nurse Manager District Nursing on Susannah.McKenzie@nmdhb.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.