Nurse Educator - Paediatrics at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Otago

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Nurse Educator – Paediatrics

Salary Band – $116,876 - $124,480 pro rated

 Dunedin Hospital

• 0.7 FTE / 56 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

• Support new and existing staff within the department with the provision of education, training and resources that ensure practice is current, evidence-based and fit for purpose
• Collaborate alongside nurses, medical colleagues, as well as other educators within the wider PDU team  
• Provide practice and professional development opportunities that enhance service delivery, quality and safety alongside improved patient outcomes.
• Use critical incidents as an opportunity for staff development.
• Act as a resource person and support staff to achieve Professional Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP) requirements.
• Mentor nurses and preceptors where appropriate.
• Network nationally and internationally and keep up to date on trends and developments within education

About us

Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind achieving these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue serving our community.

About you

• Proven experience leading or teaching others,
• Current APC and already hold NZ working rights,
• A born communicator and collaborator, 
• Able to build successful working relationships,
• Relevant postgraduate education.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Salary range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the CEA, and the salary will be in accordance with the Designated Senior Nurse Grade 1 Pay Scale, between $116,876 and $124,480 p.a dependant on relevant experience.

How to Apply
To apply, please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 03 November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment SO.recruitment@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.