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Metlifecare

Casual Registered Nurse

  • Posted 2d ago
  • On Site
  • Casual
Location

Wellington


Job Description

Benefits - What's in it for you?

  • Take control of your roster - shifts that suit your lifestyle and availability.
  • We have a dedicated internal casual team (MetFlex) that will look after your training and development, working schedule, work support, etc.
  • Learn while you earn.
  • Permanent roles available if you want to move from the casual position.
  • We will develop and train you in your Registered Nurse career.
  • Work in a rewarding environment - supporting our residents and within great, dedicated teams.


About the role

We're looking for casual Registered Nurses to join our awesome teams supporting our clinical teams in our Care Homes.

Are you looking for a role close to home, looking for flexibility and shifts that fit with your lifestyle and other commitments? Then this is the role for you! These roles are ideal if you want some work over the holiday period, want some extra money without the permanent hours, or want to have a go at a different role earning while you learn! This could be great for someone located or easily accessible to the area by car or public transport. We have a number of Care Homes around Auckland.

Some of the great things you will be doing:

  • Clinical assessment, planning, and implementation of nursing care.
  • Effective communication and clinical problem-solving skills.
  • Work collaboratively with other team members.
  • Develop and review care plans in consultation with our residents and their families.
  • Provide compassionate and high-level care.


About you

As a casual Registered Nurse, you will be open to flexible shifts based on your availability. You will appreciate how important this position is in delivering an outstanding service to our residents and have worked in similar positions. Other things our Registered Nurses have include:

  • Current APC and first aid certificate.
  • InterRai trained is highly desirable.
  • Competent with medication management and administration techniques.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of wound care management.
  • Care, empathy, and compassion for the elderly.
  • Able to work collaboratively within a Team Nursing environment.


About us

Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.

How to apply

Please apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home. Not sure if this role is for you but interested in what else Metlifecare has to offer? Then please visit our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home to see our other current vacancies. Please note that Identification and work eligibility are required with your application.


Hard Skills Required

  • Clinical Assessment
  • Medication Management
  • Care Planning
  • Wound Care

Soft Skills Required

  • Effective Communication
  • Compassion
  • Collaboration

Benefits and Perks

  • Flexible Work
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    Birthdays Off
  • Uniform Provided
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    Employee Discounts and Rewards
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    Subsidised Health Insurance
  • 🛂
    Visa Sponsorship
  • 💚
    Counselling Services
  • 🩺
    Health Insurance
  • 💻
    Company Supplied Technology
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    Performance Bonus
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    Wellness Program
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    Life Insurance
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    Competitive Salary
  • 📣
    Referral Bonuses

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