Opportunities for growth and professional development
Waipuna Hospice has a high profile in the Bay of Plenty for providing specialist community palliative care. Our geographical reach covers Waihi Beach to Paengaroa and while our focus is on hospice-at-home, we also have an established inpatient unit and we support a large community team. These services are funded through DHB contracts, fundraising and income from our charity retail shops.
We pride ourselves on our supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Our values are not just a set of words on a poster, we live by them and we recognise that teamwork is critical to our success as organisation. This opportunity could be your chance to be part of a progressive organisation that’s at the heart of our community!
Job Description
ABOUT THE JOB
We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and energetic person to join our team as a Registered Nurse working the Inpatient Unit (IPU) for 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE). This exciting opportunity is suitable for a Registered Nurse with community nursing, palliative care, medical or oncology experience.
Waipuna Hospice nurses deliver specialist palliative care nursing in in consultation with the patient, family/whanau, interdisciplinary team colleagues and other health and community agencies.
Care is centred on the needs of patients and their families/whanau and embraces the physical, social, emotional and spiritual elements of wellbeing - tinana, whanau, hinengaro and wairua - and aims to enhance quality of life.
The role currently being advertised is predominantly an inpatient unit based position although Waipuna Hospice does expect our nursing staff to be able to work across the organisation in other nursing roles if required
Desired Skills and Experience
ABOUT YOU
To be successful in this role, you will have:
A minimum of 3 years’ postgraduate experience
Community, oncology, gerontology or medical nursing experience with an understanding of palliative care principles
A relevant post graduate qualification or be willing to undertake further study
Be committed to, and experienced in interdisciplinary teamwork
Effective organisational and time management skills
Values that align with Waipuna Hospice Values
Effective communication skills (verbal, written, non-verbal)
The ability to work independently and as part of a team
Experience working with people from diverse backgrounds
Good level of computer skills and experience in using patient management systems
Compassion and an understanding of working with people from diverse cultural backgrounds and all walks of life. You are a respectful and professional person who demonstrates exceptional moral values in everything that you do.
WHAT WE OFFER
At Waipuna Hospice we are fully committed to provide ongoing professional development opportunities for all staff. We pride ourselves on having a fun, friendly and supportive team environment and excellent working conditions. Staff wellness is a priority for Waipuna Hospice, we provide an ongoing wellness programme and access to our Employee Assistance Programme. First impressions are important, so on starting with Waipuna you will be supported with a comprehensive orientation programme.
Coupled with maintaining the highest standards of clinical practice we offer a competitive remuneration package, discounts to local gyms, pharmacy’s and health insurance, free onsite parking and paid monthly supervision.
THE WAIPUNA WAY
Our Mission: To provide the best possible specialist hospice palliative care, enhancing the quality of life for those facing end of life and bereavement.
Our Vision: To provide high quality end of life care for all
Our Values:
Community: Supporting one another – patients, whanau, friends, volunteers and colleagues
Advocacy:Ensuring equity of access to services for all our communities
Respect:Upholding autonomy of each person and their community, accepting one another’s cultures and beliefs
Empathy:Acknowledging uniqueness, supporting with dignity, respect and compassion
Quality:Committed to continuous improvement, aligned to values and core services
TO APPLY
Our application process may include interviews, job testing, reference checks and pre-employment screening. If you have what it takes and are ready to step into a dynamic team environment that’s at the heart of our community, then don’t hesitate, apply now!
