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    Nurse Educator - Health of the older person

    Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

    Porirua, Wellington
    Healthcare, Nursing & midwifery
    Permanent, Part time

    Listed 1 day ago

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    Location: Kenepuru, Ward 4 & 5 Health of the Older Person Contract: Nurse Educator, Fixed term 0.8 FTE until 30 January 2027 About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strives to serve all New Zealanders. We are focused on creating a health system that emphasizes partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centered care, and excellence through integration and collaboration. About the Role We are excited to announce an opportunity for a Nurse Educator to join our team in the Health of the Older Person wards 4 and 5 on a fixed-term basis. This position is essential as it supports our commitment to high standards of nursing care and teamwork. The Nurse Educator will work weekdays and will play a pivotal role in leading clinical practice improvements, ensuring safe and competent nursing practices. In this role, the Nurse Educator will support the implementation of changes within our evolving environment. As an advocate for the organization’s strategic direction and change program, the Nurse Educator will provide interdisciplinary education to facilitate necessary changes. The ideal candidate will have expertise in educational delivery and will collaborate with the nursing portfolio leader to assess the educational needs within the nursing team. The salary range for this position is aligned with the NZNO collective agreement for Senior Designated Nurses Grade 1, which is NZD 114,025 - NZD 121,444. This role is critical for maintaining essential nursing standards and leading nursing education and skill development. About the Team/Service/Location The ORA inpatient service is located on the Kenepuru campus, featuring 24 beds in Ward 4 and 24 beds in Ward 5, dedicated to the health of older persons. Our service provides specialized assessment, treatment, and rehabilitation for older adults. About You We are looking for a candidate who is passionate about gerontology and dedicated to caring for vulnerable patient groups. Strong communication skills and resilience are essential. You should hold a current New Zealand Annual Practicing Certificate and have extensive experience in medical and gerontology nursing. Additional qualifications that will enhance your application include a relevant post-graduate qualification or study, and desirable NZRC qualification/instructor accreditation. A commitment to delivering high-quality care to patients, clients, and whanau is essential. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we prioritize wellness and are dedicated to providing excellent healthcare to the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our workforce is our greatest asset, and we are committed to being good employers who honor our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and encourage applications from all individuals, regardless of gender identity, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. A diverse and inclusive workforce helps us better understand and serve our community, and we are particularly focused on pro-equity health initiatives for Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the "apply now" button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 31st July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Deb Brodie at deb.brodie@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may initiate the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.

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    If this role is of interest, please Apply Now and submit your updated CV by following the link.

    Please note: To be considered for this position, you must be eligible to work in New Zealand, with valid work rights.

    Reference #: NM225-25

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