Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community

Te Kaupapa – Mission

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.
We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.
Taranaki - A place like no other
Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. Click here to read more information about Taranaki.
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E pā ana ki a tatou - About us
At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.
We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.
When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

• A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department

• Access to clinical training and education

• Up to date facilities, Have a look at

• Project Maunga - our New Facilities currently under construction check this out on our website www.tdhb.org/maunga.shtml

• Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams

• Professional development

Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role
Permanent positions available, rostered and rotating shifts.
We are currently looking for qualified Registered Nurses to join the Acute Inpatient Mental Health Unit in Te Puna Waiora.
This role will work rostered shifts within the unit covering morning, afternoon and nights including weekends and public holidays as required.
Please click here to view the job description
Moū - About you
Successful candidates must have:

• Acute mental health inpatient experience in a New Zealand setting
• Well established mental state and risk assessment skills
• Experience using talking therapy techniques and proven de-escalation skills is essential.
• 2 years NZ mental health experience would be advantageous
• Valid Annual Practicing Certificate with NZ Nursing Council
• Current full New Zealand Drivers licence

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?
For further information, please contact Arun Nandanath Madathil, Clinical Nurse Manager Te Puna Waiora via email: Arun.Nandanath Madathil@tdhb.org.nz

Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai
By joining together, we will succeed