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Healthcare New Zealand

Registered Nurse - District Nursing

  • Posted 2d ago
  • On Site
  • Full Time
Location

Christchurch

Job Description

Who are we | Ko wai mātou?

HealthCare NZ provides a wide array of health and human services to people throughout New Zealand. Since 1988 we have been caring, supporting and empowering people in need to live independently, safely and well in their community as well as in specialized treatment settings. We help people gain access to needed services, ensuring they receive vital services, are safe, well-cared for and live as independently as possible.

Why Us | He aha ai mātou?

At HealthCare NZ, we're passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity, reflecting the communities we serve. If you would like to work in a role that is both rewarding and challenging and would like to make a difference, then we would like to hear from you!

  • Online learning platform
  • Supportive and high knowledgeable team
  • We are a national organisation who supports personal development for all our staff and we value the amazing work they do
  • All our employees are committed to making a difference in their communities and are enthusiastic about achieving great outcomes for the people we support
  • Option to receive free flu vaccine
  • Company vehicle and petrol card
  • Mentorship Programme
  • Discounted health insurance


About the role | He kōrero whakamārama mō tēnei tūranga

You will be working as part of our clinical community nursing programme service who provide District Nursing in the community. We are seeking an experienced, dynamic and passionate Registered Nurse to deliver high quality nursing services to people living in the community. You will live in the Ōtautahi Christchurch region.

This role is about working with our already established team of Nurses, Coordinators, Support Workers and other Allied Health in the community. As a Registered Nurse you will provide a broad range of care to clients in their own home such as:

  • Palliative care including syringe driver care
  • Non-complex and complex wound care including negative pressure therapy and compression bandaging
  • Medication management and the methadone programme
  • Diabetes management
  • Catheter and bowel cares
  • Tunnel Drain care
  • Cardio-pulmonary Care
  • Cardio-thoracic and chest trauma care post-surgery


Part of the role is providing a 24hr service to clients which includes nurses working weekends and evening shifts, as well as an on-call component. Shifts include:

Morning shift: 8:00AM - 4.30PM
Afternoon shift 1:00pm - 9.30PM
On call: one overnight shift every 4 weeks

What you will bring | Ngā tohungatanga mō tēnei tūranga

  • Passion for making a difference and improving the quality of life for people living in their own homes
  • Strong communication and organisational skills
  • At least 1 years' experience as a Registered Nurse and have a current registration
  • Restricted or Full Driver's License - must be able to drive around by yourself!
  • Only suitable candidates will be contacted for interview.


All applicants must be a NZ Resident/Citizen or have a valid NZ work permit and be living in or intending to move to Christchurch or Canterbury. Must be able to complete a satisfactory police check and reference checks.

Hard Skills Required

  • Clinical Assessment Skills
  • Technical Proficiency with Medical Equipment
  • Documentation and Computer Skills

Soft Skills Required

  • Time Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Empathy and Compassion

Benefits and Perks

  • 📈
    Professional Development
  • 💚
    Counselling Services
  • 💻
    Company Supplied Technology
  • ⏰
    Flexible Work
  • 🧕
    Inclusive Workspace
  • ❤
    Care and Appreciation

Job Schedule

  • Shift Work
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