Clinical Nurse Specialist - Patient at Risk Team (0.9 FTE) at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Te Tai Tokerau, Northland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Working with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is about more than just a job. It's about enjoying coming to work every day, feeling challenged, trusted and supported, whilst enjoying living in a region that has a lifestyle unrivalled in New Zealand.

Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and holds stewardship for equitable health outcomes for Māori as Tāngata Whenua as the highest priority.

About the role

Achieving the best health outcomes for our patients starts with expecting the best from ourselves, and right now Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau is looking for a motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Patient at Risk Team at Whangarei Hospital.

The primary function of this role is to support the care of the “at risk” or “deteriorating patient” and their care team through utilizing specialist nursing knowledge and skills to optimize the patient journey, improve health outcomes and ensure that an excellent quality of care is provided.

This is a permanent 0.9 FTE position working 36 hours per week.

Key Requirements

• NZ Registered Nurse with a current Practicing Certificate
• Relevant PG Diploma in an acute care area (or working towards)
• Experience in acute care with evidence of senior nursing practice
• Computer literacy
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• Attractive salary range of $97,699 - $107,341
• Flexible working arrangements
• Relocation allowance available
• Be part of a supportive and progressive multi-disciplinary team
• Ongoing nursing education and professional development opportunities
• Interesting and wide variety of work involved to keep you engaged and motivated

A career with Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau will see you action meaningful change in the region we love, and in your professional development – all whilst enjoying everything the stunning North has to offer. You really can enjoy the best of both.

Our people live our Values:

Tangata I te tuatahi People First - People are central to all we do

Whakaute (tuku mana) Respect - We treat others as they would like to be treated

Manaaki Caring - We nurture those around us, and treat all with dignity and compassion

Whakawhitiwhiti korero Communication - We communicate safely, openly and with respect to promote clear understanding

Taumata teitei (hirangi) Excellence - Our attitude of excellence inspires success, competence, confidence and innovation

Vacancy No: Ns23-093

Closes: 2 April 2023