Associate Charge Nurse - Ward 27, Surgical Services

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(Scope of Practice - Registered Nurse)

Ward 27, Surgical Services, has a position for an experienced registered nurse, with recent surgical nursing expertise, who is motivated and prepared to accept challenges in an ever changing work environment. You will be required to be an excellent role model for clinical practice and leadership. The Associate Charge Nurse will be a vital member in the medical services team who supports and develops staff, and is responsible for ensuring quality care is delivered to patients.
The ACN will:
• Co-ordinate the delivery of patient care over a 24-hour period
• Enhance continuity of patient care
• Facilitate clinical excellence in nursing practice
• Facilitate education of nursing staff.
Requirements:
• Registered Nurse, minimum Level 3 Professional Development Recognition Portfolio
• Evidence of recent experience in co-ordinating shifts within inpatient wards
• Demonstrate an active commitment to colleagues and own professional growth
• Recognition by your peers that you have developed medical clinical experience and leadership skills.
This is a part time position working 56 hours a fortnight rostered shifts with the option to work in other areas as a RN, including the Hospital Coordination Unit, up to full time.

There is the expectation that the Associate Charge Nurse would cover the Charge Nurse when required.
MidCentral District Health Board is committed to ensuring that children and young people are safe from abuse and harm. As part of our commitment to children and young people, and in line with the Vulnerable Children Act 2014, appointment to positions that involve regular or overnight contact with children will include worker safety checks. These checks are in addition to the requirement to have a satisfactory police clearance. Further information will be provided to shortlisted candidates. To find out more information about the Vulnerable Children Act 2014 click here