Health Care Assistant - Taupo Inpatient Unit

Permanent, part-time (0.8 FTE / 64 hours per fortnight)

Rostered shifts, Taupo Hospital

Come and join our friendly and caring team in Taupo rural hospital where our sense of belonging is strong.

Come and work in a small but busy ward where no two days are the same, providing a high level of care to our local community. The successful candidate will be working in a supportive environment, with access to HCA focused education. When not at work enjoy the beauty of Taupo and all that it has to offer.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As an HCA you will be expected to work alongside the Registered Nurses, providing a wide range of nursing care, to a range of different patients. This may be assisting patients with activities of daily living needs to helping them reach their rehab goals. You will be part of the nursing and broader health team, working with patients and their whanau.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of nurses and HCAs provide 24 hour care to the 15 bedded general ward in the Taupo Hospital.

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here

About you

As a Health Care Assistant you would ideally:

• Hold a NZ certificate in Health and Wellbeing at a level three or above.
• Be eligible to work in New Zealand
• Be a great team player with good communication skills
• Be patient and caring
• Be enthusiastic as well as flexible in your attitude towards work

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Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.