* Tauranga/ Whakatane/ Opotiki with travel across the regions * Permanent 80 hours per fortnight
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
We are seeking a dynamic registered nurse to join our Forensic Court Liaison team.
Delivering excellent care in a culturally responsive manner, to support the best outcomes for Māori is fundamental to our mahi.
The primary role of the Forensic Court Liaison Nurse is to be responsive to the needs of people referred to the service, who may have mental health, addiction, cognitive and intellectual disability issues. The Forensic Court Liaison Nurse will be required to facilitate timely assessments and interventions for those who are referred to their service. In some cases the Forensic Court Liaison Nurse will facilitate diversion from the criminal justice system into the health sector.