Registered Nurse - Arohata Prison

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Ngā kawenga | About the role

Working in our prison health centers offers nurses unique opportunities to develop and apply their skills across a wide range of clinical areas. Daily responsibilities include providing comprehensive primary health care services, assessing and managing various health needs—including physical and mental health, substance abuse, and health education—while also responding to emergencies and providing acute care.

Our nurses enjoy a genuine work-life balance, avoiding night shifts while engaging in diverse practice settings. They work in a supportive environment that offers professional career opportunities. If you are looking for a rewarding and challenging work environment, possess adaptable clinical skills, and have strong organisational and communication abilities, a career in nursing at Ara Poutama Aotearoa might be the perfect fit for you.

He kōrero mōu | About you

We have openings at Arohata Prison for nurses who can demonstrate recent clinical experience in either primary or secondary health care nursing, along with a diverse range of post-graduate clinical exposure. Successful candidates will have the ability to assess and respond effectively to emergency situations and possess a strong motivation to continue learning and advancing professionally. A non-judgmental approach is essential, and experience in triage is considered desirable for these roles. If you meet these criteria, and if you have registration with the Nursing Council New Zealand, we encourage you to apply and join our team, contributing to the healthcare environment at Arohata Prison.

Utu ā-tau | Salary

The full salary range is $75,773 – 106,739 per annum. Appointment and remuneration will reflect skills and experience relevant to the role.

Ko wai mātou | About us

Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) Health Services lead the delivery of patient-focused primary health care services to tangata within corrections facilities across Aotearoa. Hōkai Rangi, our over-arching strategic direction, places the focus on health at the heart of our business. Building our frameworks from a Mātauranga Māori basis is our focus to drive and support equity for Māori, which in turn will contribute to achieving our outcomes of reducing reoffending.

You can find out more about us here.

Tono ināianei | Apply now

Applications Close 11pm Sunday, 25 August 2024.

Please apply and describe your motivation for joining the department, highlighting relevant skills and experience. Please include a tailored CV or Cover Letter if you have one. Alignment to our Kaupapa is critical to our success - we ask that you provide examples that reflect and demonstrate our organisation values. 

Ara Poutama Aotearoa values diversity in our workforce, and as a Public Service organisation we are committed to building a workforce which reflects the public we serve. We strive to make our recruitment process fair and inclusive, and we encourage you to discuss reasonable accommodations with us if required.

If you want to find out more about a career with us visit our careers page or email our team at careers@corrections.govt.nz.