Nurse Practitioner

Location: Wairarapa Hospital Service: Acute Services Contract: Permanent, Part-time positions available (0.5 - 1 FTE) Salary: As per NZNO, Allied, PSA MECA, dependent on experience Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and aims to create a health system that effectively serves all New Zealanders. About the Company At Health New Zealand, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare services to the communities we serve. Our organization values diversity and inclusivity, ensuring that our workforce reflects the rich variety of backgrounds within our community. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities, as we believe that a diverse team enhances our ability to understand and meet the needs of all New Zealanders. About the Role We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for experienced Nurse Practitioners to join our dynamic Emergency Department Team at Wairarapa Hospital. In this role, you will provide advanced clinical expertise and leadership to enhance patient treatment and care planning in the Emergency Department. Our Nurse Practitioner team operates within an interdisciplinary model, ensuring that we meet the diverse requirements of our patients. You will practice both independently and collaboratively, utilizing advanced health assessment, diagnosis, and treatment implementation for both adult and pediatric patients. Your efforts will contribute to reducing waiting times, minimizing length of stay in the Emergency Department, and increasing patient satisfaction. In addition to clinical practice, you will provide leadership and clinical expertise to optimize patient outcomes and develop effective models of care. This includes engaging in quality initiatives, teaching, and mentoring within the department. About You To be considered for this role, you must hold a New Zealand Registered Nurse Practitioner qualification, along with a current Annual Practising Certificate. You should have recent clinical experience in an emergency care setting and possess a solid understanding of current nursing issues and acute care practices. Knowledge of medico-legal and ethical responsibilities is essential for this position. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we strive to deliver excellent healthcare services. We recognize the importance of a diverse and inclusive workforce, which enables us to better serve our community. We encourage applications from individuals representing a variety of backgrounds, including Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. How to Apply If you are interested in joining our team, please click "apply now" to submit your application through our online careers portal. Should you have any questions about the role, feel free to reach out to us at leeann.campbell@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.