Registered Nurse

Hours: Full-Time (40 hours a week) - Monday to Friday 

About the role 

We are looking for a full-time General Nurse with experience, to be based at Mt Eden Bridge working under the direction of a senior nurse and part of a 3-person nursing team. This role will provide nurse cover to Waitakere and Manukau Bridges, working with a dedicated multidisciplinary team and focusing on the health of our clients in residential treatment. 

This role will provide both challenge and great moments of enjoyment and success to the right candidate.  

We are a dedicated Alcohol and Other Drug treatment team who provide both residential and day client services to those experiencing alcohol or other drug problems.  

If you have a sense of humour and commitment to supporting people to change and have the following attributes, we would love to hear from you: 

Person Specification 

• Must be registered to practice as a general nurse in New Zealand with a valid NZ annual practicing certificate, having achieved a minimum Level 2. 
• Experienced working with people from diverse backgrounds and cultures 
• Preferred clinical experience working with clients from AOD 
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal 
• Preferred experience in group facilitation or training 
• Ability to work independently or within a multidisciplinary environment 
• Able to work from a bicultural perspective   

To be appointed in this role, applicants must have NZ residency or a valid NZ Work Permit and give permission for the completion of a satisfactory Police Check.  

Applications 

Any questions may be directed to the senior nurse Jennie at: jennie.voss@salvationarmy.org.nz 

To apply please send a covering letter, and your current CV to Auckland.bridge@salvationarmy.org.nz 

Application form can be downloaded from: http://www.salvationarmy.org.nz/about-us/career-opportunities    

Applicants for this position will need to have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.  All employment offers are subject to the completion of a satisfactory Ministry of Justice clearance/Police Check (where applicable). 

Closing date:  

Applications close 12 noon, Friday 31 March 2023  

The Salvation Army is a worldwide evangelical Christian church and human service provider. It is committed to caring for people, transforming lives and reforming society – all through the love of God shown in Jesus. The successful applicant should therefore show an ability to identify with the mission and values of The Salvation Army. 

The Salvation Army is an Equal Opportunity Employer who provides an inclusive work environment and embraces the diverse talent of its people. 

The Salvation Army is committed to cultural diversity, and in New Zealand, our Tiriti partnership. 

The Salvation Army is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable people, including children, and upholding their rights to protection from abuse and/or neglect.