Te Puna Wai Youth Justice residence
Ko waimātou | About us
Pegasus Health supports many aspects of health and
wellbeing in Canterbury. We provide services and support to general practices
and community-based health providers to deliver quality health care to
patients.
Ko tāuake mahi | What you will be doing
Pegasus Health works with Oranga Tamariki and
Whanau to support the delivery of health services to
the rangatahi of Te Puna Wai o Tuhinapo Youth Justice
residence.
We are recruiting for two part-time positions totaling 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week): one 0.5 FTE role and one 0.4 FTE role. Please indicate your preferred FTE in your application.
You will be a member of the nurse-led service primarily
responsible for assessment and support of the health and
wellbeing of each young person in the Residence utilising the
concept of The Meihana Model of Care.
In this exciting and rewarding role you
will liaise with Residence staff and Allied Health
providers to provide primary health care services to
young people aged 13 to 19 years.
Ko ngāpūkengaōu | What you will bring
- RN with a
current NZ practicing certificate
- Iminimum of 4 years
post registration experience in primary health care,
particularly with young people, vulnerable
populations and in unique environments
- background
working in Care and Protection, Mental Health, or Pediatrics facilities is desirable but not essential.
- comprehensive health
assessment skills
- proven experience
in working autonomously
- proven experience in the
use of electronic patient management systems, preferably MedTech Evolution
- Current intermediate or
advanced CPR certification
- Current Authorised
Immuniser desirable
- experience working in
Primary Health, Youth Health, Mental Health or Corrections-desirable.
Key attributes
You can work independently, with support. You will
work within an interdisciplinary team of health professionals.
You will have highly developed interpersonal and
communication skills. You will be a strong team player with the
ability to establish networks and with a focus on continuous quality
improvement.
Ko tāmātou e kawemainei |
What we offer
- the opportunity to be
part of a successful and passionate team
- extremely active
Workplace Wellness scheme
- free after hours medical
care and free annual health checks
- We value our strong
work-life balance.
- Clinical Supervision
Me pēheatetukutono | How to apply
This role offers great variety and an
opportunity to exercise your expertise in a rewarding way.
For more information about this role, please contact Leanne Doake leanne.doake@pegasus.health.nz
All applications for this position must be made through
our website. Click ‘Apply Now’ to submit your application.
