Community & Whanau Wellbeing, Team Leader Public Health Nursing - Porirua - Central Region - NPHS Wellington, NZ, NZ
New Zealand Government
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.
The Opportunity
The National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora, work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures) for all by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga / wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention.
We have a permanent, part-time opportunity available to join our regional team as Community and Whanau Wellbeing Team Leader, Public Health Nursing. The primary purpose of this role is to provide leadership to the Public Health Nursing (PHN) team informed by clinical expertise, and knowledge of population health models, theory and principles.
In conjunction with the multi-disciplinary team, this role leads a collaborative, interdisciplinary team dedicated to improving, promoting and protecting public health.
This role is based in Porirua.
About you
You are an experienced leader able to nurture and develop a team to make them feel valued. You're open to new ideas and create a culture where individuals at all levels bring their ideas on how to do it better to the table. You're able to work collaboratively across the sector and organisational boundaries to influence the nursing contribution to better outcomes for our whanau and communities.
A relevant graduate and post-graduate qualification or be working towards oneNew Zealand Registered Nurse with current Annual Practising CertificateA current New Zealand drivers' licenceAt least one year's postgraduate nursing experienceDemonstrated knowledge and experience in the areas of public health nursing, primary care and / or community nursingEmergency Management / CIMS training and experienceAuthorised vaccinator (training can be provided)Achieved competent level of practice on the RN Professional Development and Recognition Programme and commitment to maintenance and progression through the programmeAble to think, plan and act strategically and to connect with and inspire people to build a highly motivated and engaged workforceDemonstrated mature communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to write and present in a clear, persuasive, and impactful way, to influence others to embrace change, and to develop, unify and maintain strong internal and external relationships essential for achieving sustainable outcomesYou will bring:
A commitment to being a good Te Tiriti partner in all your actions. This includes an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the ability to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in this role.
How to apply
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For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal. If you have any questions about the role, please feel free to contact Elismha Lubbe via ******
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