Community Mental Health Nurse - Community Māori Mental Health Service
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Location:
Whangarei
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Applications Close:
28 October 2021
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Sector:
Mental Health -
Type:
Permanent
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Hours:
Full Time
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Organisation:
Northland District Health Board
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Contact:
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TeAotaihi Kutia-Ngata
- jobs@northlanddhb.org.nz
- 09 430 4101 ext. 60689
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Northland DHB is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.
Are you a Registered Nurse with a passion for Mental Health Nursing? Right now, our team at Te Roopu Whitiora, Community Māori Mental Health Team are seeking experienced nurses to join us in either full time or part time positions.
We are a close whānau that works collaboratively together and genuinely care about each other. Our sense of belonging is enhanced with a lot of laughter and humour.
Our ideal applicant will have experience of working with tāngata whaiora and their whānau living with the effects of mental illness in our community and a proven ability to communicate well with tāngata whaiora, their whānau and colleagues, and engage Māori in making choices that enhance their wellbeing.
A commitment to improving health outcomes, cultural safety and quality of care for Māori is desired.
It is essential you hold a current clean licence as the role is community based. The successful applicant will work alongside other Kai Mahi Māori 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 tāngata whaiora and their whānau.
We are a service committed to ongoing professional and cultural development within the parameters of the expected scope of practise for this position.
A career with Northland DHB 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: NS21-062c
Closes: 28 October 2021