Registered Nurse - Acute Response Team

Registered Nurse - Acute Response Team Mental Health and Addiction Services - Rotorua Permanent, Full-Time or Part-Time About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to serving all New Zealanders through a healthcare system that emphasizes partnership, equity, sustainability, and whānau-centered care. We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are dedicated to enhancing the well-being of our communities. Our team is currently expanding, and we invite experienced Registered Mental Health Nurses to join our Acute Response Team (ART) at the Adult Community Mental Health Team in Rotorua. If you are eager to work in a passionate environment that prioritizes people, embraces Te Ao Māori in practice, and fosters kindness and excellence, we encourage you to consider this opportunity. About the Role In this role, you will be responsible for delivering specialist crisis intervention to tangata whaiora experiencing mental health crises. While the position is based in Rotorua, it also involves service delivery in the Taupo/Turangi area. The hours for this role are negotiable, with options for full-time (40 hours per week) or part-time (32 hours or less per week) schedules. The shifts will be rostered, typically from 7:00 AM to 4:05 PM, with on-call duties extending until 7:00 PM. Our Rotorua-based Acute Response Team also covers the Southern Lakes area overnight from 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM. About You We are looking for candidates who can demonstrate safe, evidence-based nursing practice that reflects best practices. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of pathophysiological and psychosocial factors that influence health needs. You should be skilled in assessment, clinical formulation, planning, and delivering care that aligns with our model of care, Te Ara Tauwhirotanga. Experience in an acute care setting is essential, as you will be working closely with tangata whaiora and their whānau to help them achieve their health goals. You should be capable of providing advanced assessment and management of complex nursing care in a community mental health setting, with a focus on equity to improve outcomes for Māori clients. To qualify, you must be a New Zealand Registered Nurse eligible to work in mental health, with a current Annual Practicing Certificate. A minimum of four years of postgraduate experience in an acute mental health setting, preferably in the community, is required. Postgraduate training in mental health and prior training as a Duly Authorised Officer (DAO) would be advantageous, along with a solid understanding of the Mental Health Act. About the Team/Service/Location Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes operates two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is renowned for its outdoor recreational activities, family-friendly beaches, and a vibrant multicultural community, making it an attractive lifestyle destination. Joining our team provides an excellent opportunity to balance a fulfilling professional career with a rewarding lifestyle. We pride ourselves on fostering a supportive, inclusive, and diverse work environment. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes offers a competitive salary, free staff parking, complimentary flu vaccinations, discounts with local businesses, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo, please visit our website. How to Apply If you are interested in this position, please click "apply now" to view the position description and submit your application through our online careers portal before the posting date closes. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to contact Lindsay Delaney, Clinical Nurse Manager, at (07) 343 5050 or via email at Lindsay.Delaney@lakesdhb.govt.nz. Please note that the selection process will commence upon advertising the position. Given the fast-paced nature of our roles, the closing date for applications may be subject to change.