Orthopaedic Nurse Practitioner, Orthopaedics 0.9 FTE at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Tairāwhiti, Gisborne

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

The remuneration range for this role is $120,028 - $143,718 and is covered by the collective agreement: NZNO MECA (2 Aug 2020 – 31 Oct 2022)

Position Description | Nurse Practitioner Orthopaedics

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti has an amazing opportunity in our Orthopaedic department for a Nurse Practitioner to join our team.

The role involves independent management of orthopaedic patients in the outpatient, inpatient and perioperative settings.  There will be a specific focus on improving patient outcomes through optimisation of co-morbidities preoperatively and optimisation of non-operative management and modifiable risk factors impacting patient wellbeing. 

There is an expectation of working in partnership with clinical teams in an interprofessional model of care.

If you would like to discuss the role further please email: Kate.Mather@tdh.org.nz

Moū - About you

The ideal candidate will have:

• A minimum of 5 years recent clinical experience in orthopaedic speciality nursing with advanced learning and contemporary knowledge
• Post-grad Diploma in advanced nursing practice
• Skills in problem solving, priority setting, delegation and planning
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and to quickly develop relevant networks

Te Whatu OraTairāwhiti is prepared to help the right applicant from clinical nurse specialist to nurse practitioner, through supporting their clinical, academic and registration pathway. Therefore, we are interested in applications from any experienced orthopaedic nurses with advanced practice skills and a postgraduate qualification.

All applications should include: Up to date CV and Cover Letter.

Applications close: 30th September 2023

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time.  

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.

Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.

Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.

Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.

Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.

Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

To complete and application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening. 

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.

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