Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology Outpatients

Registered Nurse – Ophthalmology Outpatients
Dunedin Hospital

• Are you a Registered Nurse with Ophthalmology nursing skills?
• Do you wish to expand your nursing practice and develop advanced nursing skills?
• Part-time 0.6FTE, permanent opportunity available

We are firmly committed to providing our patients with the highest level of care. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

Mō te tūranga | About the role

An exciting vacancy has come up in the Ophthalmology Outpatients Department for a Registered Nurse to join their team on a permanent basis. Whether you are looking to diversify your existing portfolio or take on a new career challenge, this is an opportunity to showcase and develop your nursing skills while contributing to the provision of top level care at Dunedin Hospital.  The clinic operates predominately on a Monday to Sunday from 7.00am until 7.00pm on a rostered basis. 

The Department offers a highly varied workload and the opportunity to work in a collaborative, multi-disciplinary environment. Enthusiastic nurses with a “can do”’ positive attitude who enjoy the challenge of a working in a busy but rewarding environment and who can demonstrate adherence to high nursing practice standards will thrive.

In time, we would expect you to be trained in advanced nursing skills, such as Intravitreal Injections, or dedicated nursing clinics – once we have supported you through comprehensive training of course!

Why Ophthalmology Nursing?

• The work in this specialty is varied and interesting.
•  Nursing in Ophthalmology offers exciting opportunities to develop and expand your practice.
•  Comprehensive training and ongoing support will be provided.
•  Encouraging career development is a high priority for us – there is ample opportunity for professional development.
•  Our team are dedicated, professional and on hand to provide you with mentorship and support.

Mōu ake | About you

You are a Registered Nurse with a patient focused approach, excellent nursing assessment skills and the desire to expand your practice. You will possess strong organisation skills, flexibility and the ability to demonstrate exceptional initiative. Experience in Ophthalmology would be ideal, but we are happy to consider any applicants with the drive to contribute to the team and help our patients get the right care.

Mō mātou | About us

Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

Position Description

Rā mōnehu | Closing Date:  Sunday 2 October 2022

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 Ben Kingsbury, Recruitment Advisor, email ben.kingsbury@southerndhb.govt.nz

All conversations will be confidential in nature.

Pre-Employment checks

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

• Occupational Health Assessment
• Police Vetting / Ministry of Justice safety checks
• Serious misconduct checks (previous Public Service departments and statutory Crown entities only)
• Covid19 Vaccination