Community Mental Health Nurse - Te Roopu Whitiora (1.0 FTE, Permanent) at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland Are you a Registered Nurse with a passion for Mental Health Nursing? Right now, our team at Te Roopu Whitiora, Community Maori Mental Health Team are seeking an experienced nurse to join us. This is a full time role (40 hours per week) based in Whangarei.
Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Maori as Tangata Whenua as the highest priority.
We are a service committed to ongoing professional and cultural development within the parameters of the expected scope of practise for this position.
We are a close whanau that works collaboratively together and genuinely care about each other. Our sense of belonging is enhanced with a lot of laughter and humour.
About You: Our ideal applicant will have experience of working with tangata whaiora and their whanau living with the effects of mental illness in our community and a proven ability to communicate well with tangata whaiora, their whanau and colleagues, and engage Maori in making choices that enhance their wellbeing.
A commitment to improving health outcomes, cultural safety and quality of care for Maori is desired.
Qualification and skills required: NZ Registered Psychiatric or Comprehensive NurseNZ full Drivers LicenseMinimum of 5 years' experience in acute and/or kaupapa led community mental health nursing practiceKnowledge of mental health nursing theory, practice, legal boundaries and ethical concernsWithin this role, you will work alongside other Kai Mahi Maori within a supportive team environment of health professionals that is committed to delivering an excellent clinical and cultural service that reflects the needs of our tangata whaiora and their whanau.
A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.
Our people live our Values:
Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do
Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated
Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion
Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding
Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation
Vacancy No: NS23-382
Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau
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