Patient Support

1 week ago


Nelson, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand (Nelson Marlborough) formally NMDHB
Permanent 0.875FTE position working an average of 70 hours a fortnight over a 6-week rotating roster cycle.

**Primary location**: Wāhi Oranga, Inpatient Mental Health Unit, Nelson Hospital
- Earn $23.50 to $28.18 per hour plus penal rates for nights, weekends & public holidays
- Do you have the skills to de-escalate difficult situations?Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei mahi (About this position)

Hospitals are here to help people, but it takes a great team beyond the clinical staff to keep things running smoothly and ensure everyone is well looked after. Here at Nelson Hospital an important part of making this happen relies on having an awesome Patient Support & Security team on site at all times. And that - s where we think you could have a great role to play.
We are looking for someone who can assist our teams to ensure that we continue to provide a welcoming and safe environment primarily for the Inpatient Mental Health Unit at Nelson Hosptial. As a Patient Support and Security Worker you will focus on working with staff to best meet the needs of patients and their whānau accessing our services.

**Shift**: 3.00PM to 11.00PM.

**Roster**: 4 shifts on, 2 shifts off.
Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an appropriate applicant?)
You will be the type of person who works in a rational and calm manner and who has the skills and experience to effectively de-escalate difficult situations and promote a safe and therapeutic environment. You will be able to relate well to patients and their visitors. You will be able to work with the clinical team and follow directions.
Previous experience in security, or a related industry is preferred. However, this is not essential as training will be provided.

**Additionally, you will have**:

- empathy and a non-judgmental attitude towards patients and members of the public
- the ability to relate with ease to people from a variety of different cultures and backgrounds
- the ability to recognise and pass on issues that may affect patient welfare
- a good level of physical fitness and mobility. Please read the associated position description (available on our Careers site) to gain a full overview of the role.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)
Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) is the main health provider for Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we are Nelson and Marlborough - s largest employer, which means the opportunities here are endless. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.
Ētahi atu mōhiohio (More Information)
Ngā huanga o tēnei mahi (The benefits of this position)
Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I apply?)
N23-440

**Applications close**: Open until filled. Applications will be reviewed as received.
Te Whatu Ora strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
He waka eke noa. We are all in this together.



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