Registered Nurse - Radiology

Location: Hutt Hospital

Contract: Casual 0.5 FTE Rostered and Rotating, working between 0800 and 1700 with mostly day shifts or 1200-2000 shifts (no night shifts). Weekends included for dayshifts. 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

Thi role is focussed mainly for CT and MRI patient care; working in a team environment at Hutt Radiology Department. There is also the opportunity to work in other areas of the Radiology Department, for example; Interventions.

The Registered Nurse (RN) - Radiology:

•  Provides support for all Hutt Hospital Radiology staff to enable high quality service delivery across the Hospital.
•  Supports the establishment of a culture of continuous improvement that links Hutt Hospital Radiology service activities to overall hospital operational strategies.
•  Fosters excellence in operational standards and professional conduct for the Service.
• Supports new and innovative ideas which improve patient experience and outcomes.
•  Identifies emerging issues, risks, threats and opportunities early and mitigates these

About the Team/Service Location 

We are a friendly, professional and dedicated team of approximately 80 staff; with a ‘Can Do’ attitude who ensure the best possible care for our patients. Our team includes: Radiologists, Medical Imaging Technologists, Sonographers, MRI Technologists, Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Administration/Bookings Team, and Data/IT/Quality staff. As a new team member, you will be part of our dynamic department which is focused on job satisfaction, team work and quality.

We offer a supportive workplace culture with a commitment to your on-going professional development and well-being, and we have a strong focus on ongoing quality improvement and constructive relationships with clinical colleagues

About you 

• Essential Professional Qualifications / Accreditations / Registrations skills and experience:
• Registration with Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ)
• A current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) and scope appropriate to place of work
• 3 year’s minimum post-graduation, preferably with experience in a variety of clinical settings
• Current IV skills preferred including CVAD, cannulation and PCA
• Good computer skills with the ability to learn new applications
• Level 6 Resus skills; ideally with ED experience 
• Demonstrates an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including how to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in the nursing role
• A commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for Māori
• A personal commitment to on-going learning and development including attainment/maintenance of PDRP 

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@TeWhatuora.govt.nz 

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.