Dunedin Hospital
Two fixed-term positions until November 2020
0.8 FTE (32 hours per week)
Great opportunities for New Graduate Nurses!
Are you an up and coming Enrolled Nurse ready to kick-start your career in a surgical setting? Why not begin your journey with the Southern DHB?
Based at Dunedin Hospital, our Surgical Wards are offering fantastic opportunities for New Graduate Enrolled Nurses to help them continue to meet the needs of our community at the highest possible standard of care.
About the role
Ward 3 Surgical is a 54 bed specialist surgery ward covering Acute and Elective Orthopaedics, Neurosurgery, Neurology, Rheumatology, ENT, Ophthalmology and Maxillofacial areas. Enthusiastic nurses with a "can do" positive attitude who enjoy the challenge of a working in a busy but rewarding environment and who can demonstrate adherence to high nursing practice standards will thrive. This is a fantastic opportunity to work collaboratively with a dynamic team of health care professionals from a variety of disciplines, and gain further exposure to develop your repertoire of nursing skills.
We will support you as a new graduate to develop your practice in an environment that models excellence in nursing, leadership, professionalism and best practice principles. There is ample opportunity to build on your foundation of knowledge and expand your breadth of skills here, whether it's through the varied and diverse caseloads or through professional development and mentoring; those who are motivated to continue learning will certainly be kept on their toes.
About you
To be successful in this very busy role you will need to have an interest in surgical nursing, be able to demonstrate resilience, won't mind putting in some hard work and be open and willing to up-skill as required. You'll also be a confident communicator with a friendly demeanour and someone who values patient centred care. In return you'll gain great work experience in a multidisciplinary team and the opportunity to develop your skills in a variety of surgical specialties.
If this opportunity is one that excites you, please don't hesitate to get in touch as we would love to hear from you!
About the Southern District
The Southern district offers the benefits of excellent amenities, first class primary through to tertiary education, affordable housing and outstanding recreational opportunities. Whether it is surfing, kayaking or sailing; skiing, hunting or fishing; theatre, live-music or art - there's literally something for everyone. Check out https://southernhealthcareers.nz/ for what the region and we can offer you and your whanau.
Closing sate: Wednesday, 2 October 2019.
For further information please contact Jeanie Winter, Recruitment Advisor - Surgical Services and Radiology Directorate Phone: (03) 470 9571 or Email: **********
To apply
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: www.southerndhb.govt.nz/careers/
