Emergency Department (Paediatrics & Adult), Whangarei Hospital Permanent, part-time (0.8 FTE) working 32 hours per week Nurse Practitioner internship potentially may be considered dependent on individual applicant experience and qualifications.
About the Role and Service Our Emergency Nurse Practitioner team practice independently and collaboratively to utilise advanced health assessment, diagnosis and treatment implementation in both adult and paediatric patients to reduce waiting times, reduce ED length of stay and increase patient satisfaction for people presenting to the Emergency Department.
The role also provides clinical expertise and leadership to optimise patient outcomes and develop effective models of care in the department through quality initiatives, teaching, and mentoring.
Applicants who have Clinical Nurse Specialist training are welcomed to apply as there may be potential for training and registration to gain your Nurse Practitioner registration.
About you Essential Skills & Experience Current Nursing Registration in New Zealand with a current Practicing Certificate Minimum 3-5 years' recent experience in Emergency Nursing Expert PDRP Completion of the NPTP with recognised Nurse Practitioner registration OR on the PG pathway to completion of approved master's within ED to be eligible to start NPTP Computer literacy Ideally you will hold a Master's in advanced nursing or working towards, along with a completion of Advanced Emergency Nursing Practicum paper or similar.
Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.
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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.
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How to Apply To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 3rd November 2024.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Recruitment at Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Vacancy No: NS23-321 #J-18808-Ljbffr