Fracture Clinic Plaster Nurse- Part-time (4 hours per week) – Health New Lynn
About the opportunity
At Health New Lynn our vision is to provide quality healthcare that is accessible to the people of New Lynn and surrounding areas. We are a Cornerstone accredited practice and Health Care Home certified. Our practice cares for a community of around 20,000 patients from a wide and diverse range of cultures. The practice has a culture of professional development, and we support nurse graduates through to nurse practitioners.
Health New Lynn is a diverse network of healthcare professionals, with a local and personal approach to delivering world leading health services. Working within a us means working with some of the most dedicated clinicians and other health professionals, delivering best practice care whilst enjoying a highly engaging and positive working environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage fracture clinic,
- Apply, adjust, and remove plaster casts and splints with precision and care.
- Educate patients and their families on proper cast and splint care, including hygiene, mobility restrictions, and warning signs of complications.
- Assess and monitor patients for signs of discomfort, skin irritation, or other complications related to immobilization.
- Assist in the preparation and positioning of patients for casting procedures.
- Maintain a clean and organized work environment, including proper sterilization of equipment and supplies.
- Document patient assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner.
- Serve as a mentor and resource for colleagues, providing guidance and support in the application, adjustment, and removal of plaster casts and splints.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the department.
Our successful applicant will have:
- Current Annual Practicing Certificate from New Zealand Nursing Council
- Current experience in orthopedics and casting.
- A high degree of autonomy, with great assessment and time management skills
- Experience working with patients from diverse cultural backgrounds
Benefits:
- Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
- Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
About ProCare
As New Zealand’s largest Primary Health Organisation, we represent a network of general practice teams and healthcare professionals who provide care to more than 850,000 people across Auckland and Northland. These practices serve the largest Pacific and South Asian populations enrolled in general practice and the largest Māori population in Tamaki Makaurau. For more information go to www.procare.co.nz
How to apply
If you feel this position is for you, we would love to hear from you. Please head to our ProCare Careers page or contact our Recruitment Advisor, Muriel Shringi, today on 022 0610 810 or muriel.shringi@procare.co.nz to make a fully confidential, no obligations enquiry.
We look forward to working with you!