Nurse Practitioner, Emergency Department

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to providing exceptional healthcare for all New Zealanders. We prioritize a diverse and inclusive workforce, which allows us to better understand and serve our communities. We actively encourage applications from individuals across our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our Emergency Department team at Palmerston North Hospital. This is a permanent, full-time position, and we welcome various full-time equivalent (FTE) arrangements. As a Matanga Tapuhi, you will play a crucial role in delivering advanced clinical care, leading service development, and fostering equitable health outcomes within our diverse community. Make a real impact in emergency care by bringing your expertise and passion to our fast-paced environment. What You'll Do In this role, you will: - Provide advanced emergency care to both adults and children. - Make complex clinical decisions and diagnoses. - Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure timely and effective patient care. - Mentor and support nursing staff, enhancing their skills and knowledge. - Lead quality improvement initiatives and conduct clinical audits. - Promote health literacy and ensure culturally responsive care. - Uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in all aspects of your practice. What You Bring To be successful in this position, you will need: - Current registration as a Nurse Practitioner with the Nursing Council of New Zealand. - Proven experience in emergency or acute care settings. - Strong leadership, mentoring, and clinical governance skills. - A commitment to continuous professional development and to achieving equity in healthcare. - Excellent communication, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities. Why Join Us? Becoming part of our team means you will: - Join a supportive and collaborative work environment. - Have access to professional development and leadership opportunities. - Contribute to meaningful service development and innovative practices. - Work in a smoke-free, inclusive, and culturally respectful setting. - Help shape the future of emergency care at MidCentral. About the Team/Service MidCentral employs over 2,500 people and fosters a supportive work environment that values all employees. We actively seek to include Māori kaimahi in our workforce, ensuring our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion is upheld. The MidCentral region offers a family-friendly lifestyle with access to scenic spots for hiking and mountain biking, along with excellent schools and tertiary institutions. About the Location Manawatu is renowned for its seamless blend of urban and rural living. You can choose from peaceful rural villages, vibrant townships, or city life. The area is family-friendly and provides easy access to various outdoor activities, including beaches, ski fields, lakes, and fantastic mountain biking and hiking trails. With minimal traffic and convenient commutes, achieving a work-life balance is straightforward. Our central location also allows easy exploration of other parts of New Zealand, whether by a short drive or flight. Additionally, we have excellent schooling options, including Massey University and the International Pacific College. For more information on living and working in Manawatu, please refer to our website. 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 the advertised date. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant, at helen.manoharan@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. Join us at Te Whatu Ora - MidCentral and make a difference every day.