Our client requires an experienced RN who has preferably has previous aged care experience for a full time role for rest-home, and hospital. 

Preferably you are a resident or you have a work visa and have previous aged care experience.

The role and you:

• Be a N.Z. trained Registered Comprehensive Nurse with a current AP Certificate
• Provide high level care to residents and support village residents
• Support the Clinical Manager and other team members and be a problem solver
• Taking charge of the Care Centre as required, e.g. if the sole Registered Nurse on duty, and make appropriate clinical decisions in isolation. This includes recognition of when it is appropriate to seek additional clinical input.
• Have good communication skills and ensure that all documentation is accurately completed and implemented
• Have an empathy and understanding of the needs of the older person and to be able to help pre-screen potential new residents to ensure appropriate placement and to determine existing and potential risk.
• Have high clinical and personal standards
• Be able to provide supervision to other staff and orientate new staff.

Competencies, Qualifications and Attributes

• Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand as a Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate
• A genuine interest in working with older people and an understanding of clinical services
• Demonstrates good interpersonal skills and the ability to build rapport with a diverse range of backgrounds.
• Demonstrated ability to take the lead, remain calm under pressure and be emotionally resilient.
• Meet NZNC competencies
• Preferably be inteRai trained