District Nurse

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand (Nelson
Marlborough) formally NMDHB
Marlborough Health Hub
- Permanent 1.0FTE position working 80

hours a fortnight
- Daytime roster (8.00AM to 4.30PM)
including working 1 weekend in 4
- Registered Nurse with a passion for
community nursing
- Are you interested in working with
people and whanau in their own homes, addressing inequities and advocating
for what is important to them?
- Are you interested in encouraging
individual health planning and self-determination in relation to people - s
care?
- Would a diverse day that may include
hopping onto a boat, or opening a farm gate, to access the person we are
visiting, add interest to your day?
Ngā mōhiohio e pā ana ki tēnei
mahi (About this position)
We are a vibrant and friendly
multidisciplinary team committed to providing a quality service to clients in
the community. The District Nursing Services runs a daytime roster that
includes weekend shifts.
In this role is to work with local
communities to promote health, prevent disease and maintain wellness, as well
as work in partnership to assist and support families and whānau towards
self-reliance in health.
Ko wai he kaitono tōtika? (Who is an
appropriate applicant?)
Clinical skills in wound care and palliative
care are preferred. You will be flexible and able to work in a variety of
different settings including people - s homes, clinics, schools and community
centres.
You will have NZNC registration, a
current practising certificate and a full driver's licence. You will be a great
team player passionate about community delivery and the health and wellbeing of
our population. You will have outstanding interpersonal skills, be highly
motivated and be committed to the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving
equity.
If you are an enthusiastic Registered
Nurse with broad knowledge and skills, and you have a passion for community
nursing, this could be the position for you.
Te Whatu Ora staff must have completed their primary course of NZ
approved COVID-19 vaccines as they have direct contact with patients and
members of the public.

Ā mātou rōpū (About our team)
Te Whatu Ora 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 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)
At Te Whatu Ora we encourage
a workforce that is innovative, eager to learn and enhance their skills, and
passionate about caring for our community. We do great work and we need a great
team to help us deliver.
Situated at the top of the South
Island, Blenheim is well known for its temperate climate, award winning
wineries, stunning scenery and outdoor pursuits - all available within minutes
Me pēhea ahau e tono ai? (How do I
apply?)
explaining why you are interested in this position.
For general enquiries please contact
1274. Alternatively, for role specific information please contact Sybil
W22-279

**Closing date**: Open until filled.
Applications will be reviewed as received.
Te Whatu
Ora strongly endorses Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
We believe
that to achieve equity in health outcomes for Māori we need a workforce
He waka
eke noa. We are all in this together.