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Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty

Clinical Nurse Specialist

FULL TIME & PART TIME

November 14, 2024

Infection Prevention & Control

Bay of Plenty + Free onsite parking
Employment Type – Permanent 0.8 FTE
Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Join Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.
He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role
Step into a pivotal leadership role in Infection Prevention and Control, where your expertise will shape patient safety across our district. This role offers a unique platform to drive infection control strategies, manage complex outbreak scenarios, and oversee surveillance initiatives essential to reducing hospital-associated infections.
Collaborating with clinical teams across specialties, this position is central to elevating patient outcomes through rigorous standards, innovative protocols, and proactive risk management. Engage with an exceptional team and make a lasting impact within a dynamic healthcare environment dedicated to excellence in patient care and safety.
We are offering the successful candidate a permanent part-time position 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week) working across the Bay of Plenty region.
He korero mōu - About You
The ideal candidate brings diverse nursing experience, including a solid background in Infection Prevention and Control. A strong clinical focus, along with a passion for data-driven, evidence-based practice, is essential. Success in this role requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across a range of professional disciplines. Preference will be given to candidates with a postgraduate qualification or a commitment to pursue postgraduate study relevant to Infection Prevention and Control.
Mō Tātou – About Us
Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty’s largest employers with over 4500 staff.
Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

In-house professional development
Flexible working practices (e.g., We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)
Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership
Free flu vaccinations
Free onsite parking
Discounts (with local businesses)

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means ‘the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.
At Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whānau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Māori and ensures greater access, experience, and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Māori, Pacific and Disabled People.
Tō tūranga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu Ora
When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply
You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW.” For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal.
Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to ‘safety checks’ under the Children’s Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.

Job Details

Reference

005004467

Location

BOP

Work Type

Permanent Part Time

FTE

0.8

Closing Date

29/11/2024

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