Nurse Practitioner For Wellington South Community Mental Health

Location: Wellington Community

Contract: Permanent, Full time (1 FTE)

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

The Mātanga TapuhiNurse Practitioner (NP) - Mental Health is an autonomous practitioner who works independently and collaboratively with the multi-disciplinary team (MDT).  The Mātanga Tapuhi NP role is integral to providing an individual and population-based approach to meet healthcare needs. This community-based role improves access to specialist assessment and coordinated treatment interventions for adult tangata whaiora experiencing moderate to severe mental health challenges. A key focus for this role will be leading intensive oversight during periods of increased need. This requires a flexible approach, to provide consultation, direct care and treatment, as well as support through clinical advice and education.  The advanced practice role is integral to the provision and ongoing development of high-quality tangata whaiora care - that promotes optimal experience and equitable outcomes for tangata whaiora and their whānau.

This is a full-time role and we would consider job share or part time

 About the Team/Service Location

The South community mental health team is a friendly supportive team, with a recognition that enjoying our mahi enhances our service delivery. We have a range of clinical skills and personalities that mean you can find your place with us. Covering the Southern and Eastern suburbs of wellington affords us a diverse caseload of clients with equally diverse needs. We strive to provide a service that fits the range of needs we encounter and puts the person at the centre of what we do and are always working on ways to improve our service delivery.

 About you  

You will be a registered Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with proven experience in mental health settings and the ability to function autonomously in complex environments. You will also bring:

• Nurse Practitioner registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) with a prescribing endorsement in the mental health scope.
• Expertise in mental state assessment, differential diagnosis, psychopharmacology, and brief intervention models.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equitable care, with demonstrated cultural safety and responsiveness.
• The ability to lead, coach and collaborate across disciplines and services.
• A strong personal commitment to clinical excellence, continuing professional development, and innovation.

Or if applying for Nurse Practitioner Candidacy opportunity.

We are looking for a recognised advanced practice nurse that has a passion for ongoing learning and the ability to adapt to work effectively with different learning experiences. You will need:

• Experience in Mental health nursing (minimum 3 years).
• Registered Nurse (RN) and a current practising certificate with no restrictions from the NCNZ.
• Expert level on the PDRP or Senior Expert pathway with at least three- four years relevant expertise and working at an advanced RN practice level. 
• A Clinical Masters or the postgraduate courses to meet the requirements to undertake the NP postgraduate practicum aligning to the national Nurse Practitioner. Training Programme (NPTP). 
• Please include your university transcript showing all Postgraduate Masters level courses.

We offer a well-developed Nurse Practitioner Candidacy Programme.  Professional and clinical support for NP Candidates that includes peer support, professional supervision, clinical supervision and practice development opportunities.  Note: If appointed to the role and a current employee at Capital Coast and Hutt Valley Health NZ - the Candidacy period will be a secondment. 

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Marianne.Lovgren@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.

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