Registered Nurse - Assessment Planning Unit

at  Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora

• Tauranga Hospital + Free onsite parking
• 12 Month Fixed-term position available up to 0.7 FTE
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods
  Join Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we’ve got an opportunity for you to be part of it.

MŌ TĀTOU – ABOUT US

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand’s North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty’s largest employers with over 4500 staff.

Our Unit is looking for a Registered Nurse who is passionate about working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment!
We are seeking an experienced, passionate, and driven registered nurse to join our vibrant and innovative nurse-led Assessment Planning Unit (APU) team on a Fixed-term contract. You will join a skilled and knowledgeable nurse team aiming for high-quality patient care. The position is based at the Tauranga Hospital.
The Assessment Planning Unit (APU) is a dynamic, fast-paced, and busy unit providing assessment and treatment for acutely unwell patients admitted by their GP, plus patients admitted from the Emergency department. APU consists of a 24 bedded assessment and planning area and 8 ambulatory chairs, also known as the Ambulatory Care Unit. Working in APU at Tauranga Hospital, you will be part of a highly-skilled and supportive team of 65 staff members who manage a unique variety of health conditions presenting at our provincial hospital. This is an exciting environment in which to develop excellence in nursing assessment and planning skills, with the support of the APU staff.
Furthermore, to provide a liaison service for our frail older adults admitted to APU, we also have a dedicated team called the PARIS team in APU that, with input from multidisciplinary team members, Physiotherapists, Occupational therapists, Social workers, and Gerontology Nurse Specialists provides Comprehensive Geriatric Assessment (CGA) based care for the frail older adult.