Articles tagged with Mental Health Services
Health NZ to Offer 1800 Graduate Nurse Roles Nationwide in 2024
6 days ago | 116 viewsHealth New Zealand plans to offer around 1800 graduate nurse roles in the coming year to strengthen the nursing workforce with locally trained professionals. Last year, 1716 offers were made, resulting in 1845 graduate nurses employed across various health sectors, including hospitals, primary care, and community services. Recruitment will continue nationwide throughout the year, covering diverse specialties and supporting nurses into frontline, primary, and community care roles.
Tags: Health New Zealand Simeon Brown graduate nurse roles nursing workforce registered nurses enrolled nurses primary care community services emergency departments mental health servicesNew Canterbury Mental Health Co-Response Team Shows Positive Early Results
1 week ago | 181 viewsA new mental health co-response team in Canterbury, combining mental health professionals and Police, has supported 35 people since May, showing positive early outcomes. This initiative addresses previous shortcomings where mental health distress calls received a criminal justice response, aiming to provide more appropriate and compassionate care. The model, proven effective in Wellington, reduces emergency department visits and police interventions, improving crisis support for those in mental distress.
Tags: Canterbury mental health Matt Doocey Police New Zealand crisis response Specialist Mental Health Services Mental Health Act WellingtonNew $200M Mason Clinic Facility Boosts Forensic Mental Health Care in NZ
6 months ago | 1085 viewsA new $200 million, 10,000-square-metre facility at Auckland's Mason Clinic has opened, significantly enhancing New Zealand's forensic mental health services with 60 replacement inpatient beds and modern infrastructure. This expansion aims to improve safety, treatment quality, and long-term care for patients while supporting staff and protecting the community. The project is part of a broader nearly $1 billion national investment to modernize mental health facilities, including additional beds funded in Budget 2025 to further improve access and outcomes.
Tags: Simeon Brown Matt Doocey Mason Clinic Auckland forensic mental health E Tū Wairua Hinengaro New Zealand mental health services Budget 2025 Midland region