Kahu Taurima – Child Health Nurse (0.6 FTE)
(Parental Leave Cover)
He kōrero mō mātou | About Us:
Te Puna Manawa HealthWEST is a Māori Provider Partner committed to providing effective and efficient health services. We are passionate about improving health outcomes in the Waitematā and Auckland district by delivering free, accessible, innovative community and primary health services focusing on Māori, Pacific, tamariki, rangatahi, whānau and other high-needs populations. Te Puna Manawa’s Kahu Taurima is a free health service for māmā, pēpi, hapū māmā and tamariki, living in West Auckland, North Shore and Rodney.
He kōrero mō te tūranga | The Role:
We seek a Registered Nurse passionate about improving outcomes for tamariki and pēpi to join our busy team at Kahu Taurima. This position will provide nursing assessment, intervention and follow up. This parental leave cover role is 0.6 FTE and based primarily in Henderson. Experience in child health nursing and the ability to engage with tamariki is imperative.
He kōrero mōu | About You:
Ideally you will be a vibrant, energised registered nurse with current practising certificate and a minimum of 5 years’ experience in Child health, and Māori health. Success in this role requires an appreciation and a well developed knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to improving outcomes for whanau. Previous experience working with Māori & Pasifika tamariki and communities is an advantage. You will have excellent knowledge of Med Tech and MS Office suite as well as excellent written and communication skills.
Ko tā mātou mahi | We Offer:
· Ongoing support for training and professional development
· Professional supervision
· Competitive salary
· Full orientation and induction
· Friendly and welcoming atmosphere
· Passionate and dedicated team
· Social Club
Tikanga haumaru | Safety Checking:
Te Puna Manawa is committed to the application of the Children’s Act 2014 and its intent to improve the safety of all children. Safety checking for employment will be required for this role.
Me pēhea te tono | How to Apply:
If you think this is the role for you, please forward your CV, cover letter and a copy of your APC to careers@healthwest.co.nz today. For a job description - please click here.
Closing date: 5pm, 31 October 2024
Please note this role may be filled prior to the closing date, should a suitable applicant be found. You must be eligible to work in New Zealand to be considered for this position. Te Puna Manawa HealthWEST is committed to a fair recruitment process in accordance with equal employment opportunity principles.