Whangārei Hospital

Are you an experienced ICU nurse who is passionate about sharing your knowledge and enjoy coaching and supporting other staff members?

If so, this is an opportunity for you take the next step in your career in the field of nurse education!

Working with Health New Zealand Northland 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.

Health New Zealand 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 Health New Zealand is looking for a motivated Nurse Educator to join our Intensive Care Unit at the Whangarei Hospital.

The primary function of this role is to coordinate/facilitate Intensive Care Staff's ongoing education. In this role you will be facilitating and providing unit-based learning programmes. You will act as a role model and mentor providing support and clinical resource.

This is a permanent, part-time 0.6FTE role working 24 hours per week.

Key Requirements

• Registered Nurse with a current Practicing Certificate
• Post-graduate qualification specialising in ICU
• Minimum of 3 years recent acute intensive care nursing experience
• Ability to communicate effectively

Prior experience in educating and coaching staff is desirable

Benefits

• Day Shifts – no nights or weekends!
• Flexible working arrangements
• Be a part of a fun-loving & close-knit supportive team

A career with Health New Zealand 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: NS24-129
Closes: 8 September 2024