Hospital Aides - Burwood Nursing Pool - Casual

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Burwood Hospital, Christchurch
• Casual HA positions to join the Burwood Pool
• Become part of the Nursing Support Team
• Nursing Pool offers clinical diversity to work across the Campus

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. Through integration and collaboration, we - re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the role

Burwood Hospital pool has opportunities for Healthcare Assistants to join their team on a casual basis. Pool positions offers you the diversity in your work day and the opportunity to work with our supportive and cohesive teams to expand your skills across our services.

About the Location / Service

Burwood Hospital is a modern and easily accessible facility focused on providing high-quality care to every person who enters our services. We are bright, welcoming and friendly; have excellent working conditions and can boast ample free parking and public transport options mere steps away.

On offer is a wide range of clinical environments to keep you interested with the variety of working on the nursing pool.

About You

Healthcare Assistants are instrumental in providing care to tūroro (patients) and supporting the clinical team. As a Healthcare Assistant you will assist nursing staff with:

• Tūroro (Patient) care and tūroro (patient) observation
• Maintaining a safe and clean work environment on the ward
• Assisting the nursing team with a variety of tasks on the ward
• Ensuring that tūroro (patients) have the best experience possible. 

The role of the Healthcare Assistant offers an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and motivated individual. We are looking for a reliable, hardworking and flexible candidate who is able to bring their passion to the Burwood Hospital pool.

Skills and Experience

• Ability to communicate and build relationships with people from all walks of life
• Strong customer service skills
• Fantastic organisation skills and the ability to learn quickly
• You will have a kind and caring nature
• A strong work ethic is an integral part of this role
• Experience as a Healthcare Assistant or similar is not required but preferred

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

• We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
• We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online career - s portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Natalie Gaunt at Natalie.Gaunt@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received until the vacancy is filled.