Clinical Nurse Specialist - Infection Prevention and Control at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty, Bay of PlentyLocation - Bay of Plenty + Free onsite parkingEmployment Type – Permanent 0.8 FTEJoin Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.
Step into a pivotal leadership role in Infection Prevention and Control, where your expertise will shape patient safety across our district. This role offers a unique platform to drive infection control strategies, manage complex outbreak scenarios, and oversee surveillance initiatives essential to reducing hospital-associated infections.
Collaborating with clinical teams across specialities, this position is central to elevating patient outcomes through rigorous standards, innovative protocols, and proactive risk management. Engage with an exceptional team and make a lasting impact within a dynamic healthcare environment dedicated to excellence in patient care and safety.
We are offering the successful candidate a permanent part-time position 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week) working across the Bay of Plenty region.
The ideal candidate brings diverse nursing experience, including a solid background in Infection Prevention and Control. A strong clinical focus, along with a passion for data-driven, evidence-based practice, is essential. Success in this role requires excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across a range of professional disciplines. Preference will be given to candidates with a postgraduate qualification or a commitment to pursue postgraduate study relevant to Infection Prevention and Control.
Benefits: In-house professional developmentFlexible working practices (e.g., We support work-life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary teamFree onsite parkingDiscounts (with local businesses)Subsidised onsite hospital gym membershipFree flu vaccinationsWhen you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once-in-a-lifetime change that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering), we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
Me pehea te tuku tono - How to Apply You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click "APPLY NOW." For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.
Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to 'safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.
Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty
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