Nurse Educator - Gastroenterology

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to creating a healthcare system that serves all New Zealanders, firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Our commitment to inclusivity and diversity enables us to better understand and meet the needs of our communities. About the Role We are seeking a Nurse Educator for a permanent, part-time position (0.4 FTE/32 hours per fortnight) at Dunedin Hospital. Education is a core component of this role, and to effectively influence and enhance nursing practice, it is vital that the position is supported by all the competencies detailed in the position description. In this role, you will: - Support both new and existing staff within the Gastroenterology department by providing education, training, and resources that ensure practices are current, evidence-based, and appropriate. - Collaborate with nursing colleagues, medical staff, and other educators within the wider Professional Development Unit (PDU) team. - Offer practice and professional development opportunities aimed at improving service delivery, quality and safety, and enhancing patient outcomes. - Utilize critical incidents as opportunities for staff development. - Act as a resource person to assist staff in meeting the requirements of the Professional Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP). - Mentor nurses and preceptors when necessary. - Network nationally and internationally to stay informed on trends and developments within education. About Our Gastroenterology Team Our Gastroenterology team is composed of: - Consultants - Specialist Nurses for Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and Hepatology - National Bowel Screening Programme Coordinators Our team is dedicated to enhancing skills in gastroenterology and technical proficiency for flexible endoscopic procedures, providing a diagnostic outpatient service, and managing our after-hours acute service. We also focus on expanding knowledge in areas such as population bowel screening, inflammatory bowel disease, and liver disease. About You We are looking for candidates with: - Proven experience in leading or teaching others - A current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) and New Zealand working rights - Strong communication and collaboration skills - The ability to build successful working relationships Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to delivering high-quality healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce to better serve our communities and welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Salary Range The salary for this role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO Collective Employment Agreement (CEA) and will be in accordance with the District Health Board Nursing (DSN) Pay Scale, Grade 1, ranging from $114,025 to $121,444 per annum, depending on relevant experience. How to Apply To apply, please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Saturday, 19 July 2025. If you have questions about the role, please reach out to Ben Kingsbury at ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nz. Please note that we will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement. We only accept online applications, so please apply via our website.