Registered Nurse - aged care

Dementia Care NZ is an innovative and forward-thinking aged care provider which has pioneered a number of ground-breaking approaches in aged and dementia care, most notably the "Best Friends" approach to care and the "Small Homes" philosophy of care. We have a supportive, close-knit staff team and offer outstanding mentoring, training and support.

Leaders in dementia care in NZ, we operate 10 rest homes for people with dementia in Gisborne, Napier, Levin, Waikanae, Wellington, Nelson, Blenheim, the Kapiti coast and Christchurch.

Our vision is to create a warm and homely atmosphere where each person is supported to experience each moment richly. Our vision is to accept all people with kindness and love. To provide peace comfort and joy. To be proactive, innovative and courageous. To enrich each person, the community and the world.

Kia tomo mai nga tangata katoa i runga i te atawhai me te aroha. Kia whakaratongia te maungarongo, te ahurutanga me te koa. Kia taunakitia te auahatanga me te kaha. Hei whakangakohia te tangata, te hapori me te ao hoki.

We currently have an exciting permanent, full time opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join our clinical team.

You will: Provide effective, safe clinical care in accordance with our policies, procedures, standards and guidelines Participate in registered nurse meetings, in-service education and staff development activities Participate in ongoing clinical supervision Ensure staff perform their duties in accordance with the policies and procedures Comply with RN Professional Code of Practice Meet key tasks, performance indicators and. performance measures

Requirements for consideration:

• A current NZRN Annual Practicing Certificate
• At least 3 years practical nursing experience, either within NZ or overseas

You will have a true passion for forging a dynamic career in the field of dementia care and providing a high level of care with love to the elderly. If you are energetic, enthusiastic and dream of making a positive difference to aged care delivery in New Zealand, we would love to hear from you.

Regular weekend work and the ability to work nights will be required.

We are an Immigration New Zealand Accredited Employer.