Nurse Manager, Infection, Prevention & ControlThe OpportunityTe Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral is excited to announce a vacancy for the role of Nurse Manager, Infection Prevention & Control. This position could be a 0.8-1.0 FTE on discussion with the successful candidate.This is a dynamic leadership position, providing excellent opportunity to lead a small team. The role has the responsibility to deliver an infection, prevention & control programme that meets the Nga Paerewa Health and Disability services standard (NZS 8134:2021). As the role is both strategic and operational, advanced practice knowledge and skill is essential with a focus on understanding surveillance, microbiology, the healthcare environment, and service delivery with consumers at the forefront of every decision.The Nurse Manager works collaboratively across the interdisciplinary, organisational team, to positively influence consumer outcomes and use data for change. It requires demonstrated expert communication and change management skills to champion high level quality improvement within the specialty.Minimum RequirementsThe Nurse Manager will be responsible for:Leading the infection prevention and control programme.Collaborating with healthcare teams to improve consumer outcomes.Utilizing data to inform changes in practice.Implementing quality improvement initiatives.Our OrganisationTe Pae Hauora o Ruahine o Tararua MidCentral (MidCentral) is part of Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora and provides healthcare services to over 180,000 people across the Manawatu, Horowhenua and Tararua regions. With a large hospital campus in Palmerston North, it also provides key health care and support services to neighbouring communities.Come and join usEmploying over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Maori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged• A professional and supportive culture and team setting• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options• Tailored wellness programmesHow to applyTo view the position description and/or apply for the role (by submitting your cover letter and CV), please click "APPLY NOW." For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career portal.We are looking to fill this position as soon as possible so may withdraw the advert if the perfect candidate is found before the expiry date.We strive to be a place where people love to work and learn. We aim to develop a diverse team that reflects the communities that we serve and we welcome people of all ethnicities, genders, sexual orientations, religious and political beliefs, socio-economic situations and accessibility needs.MidCentral actively seeks Maori into our workforce to reflect the community we serve.Some positions are defined as a Core Children's worker under the Children's Act and require full safety checks completed before employment commences.Job details Job Reference: 1827533 Location: North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - Palmerston North Job type: Permanent Full time Expertise: Clinical - Nursing - Infectious Diseases
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