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At Elizabeth Knox Home & Hospital, nursing is more than clinical practice - it is partnership, leadership, and compassionate care. We are in the search of Registered Nurses (Fixed Term up to 1 year) to cover maternity leave. At Elizabeth Knox Home & Hospital you will have the opportunity to get to know your team and residents and to contribute to the multidisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to lead and coordinate a skilled team of Care Partners. You will be supported to succeed.
Job Responsibility:
Deliver safe, high-quality, person-centred nursing care
Recognise and respond promptly to changes in residents’ health status
Safely administer and evaluate medications
Provide wound care, pressure injury prevention, and continence management
Implement falls prevention strategies while promoting independence
Maintain infection prevention and restraint minimisation practices
Support residents’ nutritional wellbeing
Maintain a safe, clean, and organised clinical environment
Use resources responsibly and minimise waste
Act as a Care Coach to residents and Care Partners
Work collaboratively with medical practitioners and allied health professionals
Partner with families in care planning and advance care discussions
Contribute to team coordination and roster input
Escalate and respond to risks and concerns appropriately
Conduct comprehensive clinical assessment
Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with HDSS and Nursing Council of New Zealand standards
Participate in audits and quality benchmarking activities
Engage in ongoing professional development and training
Participate in quality improvement initiatives
Act on clinical guidance from RN Home Leads
Contribute to continuous improvement of care practices
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in nursing from a recognised institution
Current registration with the New Zealand Nursing Council
Minimum 2 - 3 years of nursing experience in New Zealand
Strong communication, empathy, and teamwork skills
Eligible to live and work in New Zealand permanently
What we offer:
Strong clinical leadership and mentoring
Ongoing professional development opportunities
Supportive, respectful, and collaborative workplace culture
Meaningful work within a well-established aged care community