Clinical Nurse Specialist

A Senior Clinical Nursing opportunity awaits you…We are seeking a motivated, enthusiastic and professional Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Liaison Psychiatry Team at Middlemore Hospital. Counties Manukau Health is a place where the bonds of culture and care are strong, with a culturally diverse and vibrant community, where we are innovative in our approach to health care delivery. This is an exciting opportunity to work as a specialist mental health nurse across the full range of general hospital inpatient settings, with supportive medical and psychological colleagues. This position would suit a Clinical Nurse Specialist (or someone wishing to work towards this), who has experience in Old-Age Psychiatry or Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry (or relevant psychiatric nursing experience), who wishes to extend their practice; and enjoys working with a wide range of patients and whanau and a wide range of health professionals, whilst being well supported by an experienced multidisciplinary team. Key competencies required for the position are the ability to - undertake comprehensive mental health assessments; work with family/whanau; utilise problem-solving skills; demonstrate flexibility; and work autonomously. Experience in older-adult mental health services would be an advantage. Successful candidates will be supported to develop their skills and experience as required. This is a unique opportunity for the right person, so if you are looking for a new challenge and professional growth, then this is the opportunity for you! Essential requirements include: Registered Nurse with current NZ APC and a scope to work in Mental HealthConsultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Old-Age Psychiatry or relevant psychiatric nursing experience.A minimum of 5 years recent Mental Health nursing experience.Post Graduate Diploma or equivalent in relevant clinical area completed or in progressCurrent Proficient or Expert PDRPA full NZ Driver's Licence with no limitations