Paramedic or Patient Transfer Nurse

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Southland Hospital

• Salary band $81,000 - $106,000 p.a, Kiwisaver and carparking
• Exciting varied position - Monday to Friday role
• No two days will be the same
• Flexible FTE - up to 1.0 FTE available - talk to us about what works for your work/life balance
• Paramedic or experienced RN would be considered

Mō te tūranga - About the role

We are looking to recruit a Paramedic, or an experienced Nurse for this exciting permanent position providing support to patients transferring by road ambulance (and occasionally via air transport) between Southland and Dunedin. From time to time there may also be a need to transfer patients to other hospitals including Lakes and Gore Hospitals. The position will be a busy varied role, with no two days being the same. When no transfers are required you will be assisting in the inpatient areas of the hospital, including the Emergency Department. Hours of work will be 8 hour shifts Monday to Friday between the hours of 7am and 7pm. The position is 1.0 FTE but we can be flexible and will discuss a lesser FTE with suitable candidates to meet their work/life balance requirements if necessary.

Remuneration for this position will be commensurate with the qualifications and experience of the successful applicant.

See Transfer Nurse position description.

See Paramedic position description.

Mōu ake - About you

You will have the ability to initiate and accept responsibility, work autonomously where appropriate and make sound clinical judgements within your scope of practice. Registered Nurses should have a minimum of five years experience in medical/cardiac and surgical nursing and hold a CORE qualification. For Paramedics, we will consider either a new Graduate or more experienced Paramedic for this position. Ongoing professional support and development will be provided as part of this position. It goes without saying that you will also be an excellent team player and be able to function well as part of a multi-disciplinary team.

Painga - Benefits

• Continuous support for career development
• Subsidised gym membership and discounted health insurance
• Free on-site parking
• Short work commutes - only 10-15 minutes drive to work from anywhere in the city
• Access to discounted staff holiday accommodation in Te Anau and Central Otago
• Access to a range of retail and entertainment discounts
• Discounted rates available with local Childcare provider
• Affordable housing and beautiful scenery

Mō mātou - About us

Sick of long commutes to work? - Southland Hospital is located within a 10 - 15 minute drive from anywhere in Invercargill and offers free car parking on site for staff. Our hospital is a modern, secondary level 4 base hospital offering an innovative and progressive working environment. Small and intimate enough to get to know not only your colleagues, but your patients in particular.

Here you will enjoy a clinically challenging and rewarding job combined with a relaxed and satisfying lifestyle.

Now is a great time to relocate to Southland if you were considering the move. Southland offers the benefits of excellent amenities, first-class primary through to tertiary education, affordable housing, and outstanding recreational opportunities. Whether it's the outdoors - kayaking or sailing; skiing, hunting, or fishing; or theatre, live music or art or shopping and dining out - there's literally something for everyone. Check out Discover Invercargill for what we can offer you and your whanau.

Join Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora as we embark on a historic collaboration to transform healthcare for all whānau across Aotearoa, New Zealand. Together, we're passionate about creating a modern, integrated health system that honours the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and prioritises health equity for Māori, whānau, and every community. Be part of this journey and contribute to a brighter, healthier future for all generations to come

Rā mōnehu - Closing date: Friday, 26 April 2024.

Due to the fast-paced nature of what we do, our vacancy close dates may be subject to change. Don't delay, make sure you apply as soon as possible.

Tono ināianei - Apply now

For further information please contact Diane Wilson, Recruitment Advisor, diane.wilson@southerndhb.govt.nz

Pre-employment checks

In the interests of protecting our people and our patients, all appointments will be subject to the following:

• Occupational health assessment
• Police vetting/Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only

To apply

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website: https://careers.southernhealth.nz/