Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Christchurch Hospital
- 0.8FTE (32 hours a week), Permanent role
- Rotating Roster - Monday to Sunday - Morning, Afternoon and Nights
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
We are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Coronary Care Unit team.
We are a small highly skilled nursing team committed to delivering fast paced acute cardiology care.
You will be supported to care for patients with:
- Life threatening cardiac rhythms
- Acute heart failure
- Acute myocardial infarction
- Specialised procedures- for example pericardiocentesis, cardioversions.
- Monitoring of ward patients on telemetry
You will work closely with our senior nursing team to obtain your Coronary Care Competency over your first two years.
About the Service
Our Coronary Care
Unit (CCU) is a 9 bedded specialised unit where our patients present with a
number of life-threatening cardiac events that require close observation,
continuous cardiac monitoring and often urgent interventions. The nursing team
monitors 21 telemetry monitors across our cardiology wards.
About you
We are looking for a Registered Nurse who has acute cardiology experience or is keen to develop their skills in this specialised area of nursing. We will provide a comprehensive orientation package in a supportive environment to the successful candidate.
- 2+ years experience in Acute Cardiology and/or Coronary Care is preferred
- Ability to work all shifts - Morning, Afternoon and Nights
- Excellent communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively with other health professionals
- Sound patient assessment skills
- Ability to work well under pressure
- 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 Tuesday 5th August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment@cdhb.health.nz