Clinical Nurse Specialist Diabetes - Prescriber at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Clinical Nurse Specialist-Diabetes; Designated Prescriber

Permanent 0.7 FTE

Health NZ Te Whatu Ora Lakes

An exciting opportunity has become available to work as a Clinical Nurse Specialist-Diabetes, Designated Prescriber and join our passionate Diabetes Service and multi-disciplinary team at Health NZ Te Whatu Ora Lakes. 

This position provides diabetes education to people with diabetes (across the life span), their whanau and support person(s); the nursing management of complex diabetes; and the professional development of health professionals working with diabetes.

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

The position offers great variety and opportunity. The Clinical Nurse Specialist Diabetes, Designated Prescriber role covers diabetes in paediatric, adolescent, and adult age groups; supports inpatient management of diabetes; provides education and management of diabetes in outpatient clinics; includes nursing management of diabetes in pregnancy; supports insulin pump training and therapy for people with T1DM; involves the provision of diabetes information and education for health professionals.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our small team of CNS-Diabetes at Rotorua and Taupo Hospitals works closely with the endocrinologist, obstetricians, paediatricians, dietitians, medical & nursing teams, and primary care practices.

This permanent part time position, 0.7FTE, is based in Rotorua and with some work at Taupo / Turangi. 

Work days - Monday to Friday, 0800 1630hrs

Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.

As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.

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About you

For this CNS-Diabetes, Designated Prescriber position you will need :

• Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (NCNZ) & current Annual Practising Certificate 
• New Zealand Nursing Council Registration (NCNZ) as Designated Nurse Prescriber (near completion of this qualification may be considered)
• A relevant post graduate qualification
• Minimum of 10 years post registration, with at least 5 years recent medical nursing experience
• Demonstrate a caring and compassionate attitude towards clients, whanau and co-workers

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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.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. 

The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.