Clinical Nurse Coordinator- Te Puna Waiora

**Nau mai, haere mai ki Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki**
**Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community**

**Te Kaupapa - Mission**

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

**Taranaki - A place like no other**

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

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**E pā ana ki a tatou - About us**

At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.

We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation, and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.

When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

- A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
- Access to clinical training and education
- Up to date facilities, Have a look at
- Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
- Professional development

**Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role**

Are you a qualified Nurse who has extensive experience in an acute Mental Health Inpatient setting who is able to practise in New Zealand who would embrace an exciting opportunity in a beautiful province with fantastic work life balance? This is a temporary role for 12 months covering maternity leave.

The Clinical Nurse Coordinator leads people, systems, processes and resources to deliver effective and efficient care and services to meet the needs of patients and their whanau. This includes but is not limited to management of staff during the shift, allocation of care and resources and demonstrating professional leadership. This position covers afternoon and weekend shifts.
- A Registered Nurse with a current Practicing Certificate within the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a minimum of 4 years of experience in an acute mental health setting - have excellent Mental State Examination and Risk Assessment skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.
- Perceived as highly effective, progressive and knowledgeable in a mental health setting, in accordance with legal, ethical, cultural safety and professional standards.
- Must have a good knowledge of the Mental Health Act (1992).
- Coaching and mentoring skills.
- Ability to support and implement change.
- A commitment to quality and excellence with proven ability to contribute to process improvement.
- Ability to uphold the Te Whatu Ora Te Ahu values.
- Willingness to undertake training that will enhance professional knowledge and performance.

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Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

**Applications Close Monday 28 October 2024**

**Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai**

By joining together, we will succeed