Clinical Nurse Specialist - MHAID ED

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare to all New Zealanders while upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We are focused on building a health system that serves the diverse needs of our communities. Our commitment to diversity and inclusion drives us to create a workforce that reflects the populations we serve, and we invite applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are seeking a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Nurse Educator to join our Mental Health and Addictions Clinical Service (MHACS) team. This part-time role (0.3 FTE) is based in Invercargill and will involve working in both urban and rural Emergency Departments across the Southern region. In this position, you will serve as an educator, consultant, researcher, and leader/change agent, dedicated to improving health outcomes for individuals experiencing mental distress. Your responsibilities will include: - Building the capability and confidence of staff in the Emergency Department (ED) and other crisis locations. - Supporting the professional development of clinical, non-clinical, and administrative staff who interact with individuals and their whānau or support people presenting with mental health needs or in distress. - Enhancing the readiness of the front-line workforce to respond effectively and professionally to mental health crisis events. - Acting as a well-being resource for ED teams to support front-line staff. - Utilizing strong interpersonal skills to model professionalism in the context of individuals experiencing mental distress. About the Team/Service/Location At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. Our focus on diversity and inclusion enables us to better understand and serve our communities. We encourage applications from individuals representing our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About You Our ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications and attributes: - A minimum of five years of clinical experience in mental health and addictions. - Registration as a Nurse with a valid Annual Practicing Certificate (APC). - Proficiency as a PDRP Expert. - A postgraduate diploma in specialty nursing practice. - A collaborative team player with strong interpersonal skills to foster positive relationships across services. How to Apply If you are interested in this opportunity, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Thursday, 31 July 2025. For any questions regarding the role, please reach out to Mikayla Hamilton at mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement. Please note that we only accept online applications through our website.