Nursing - Aged Care (Healthcare & Medical) Nurse Practitioner and or Registered Nurse Awarua Whanau Services deliver Kaupapa Maori services that support individuals and whanau (families) to achieve their social, health and educational well-being outcomes through the delivery of matauranga Maori and clinical models of delivery.
Our services are offered in Rakiura (Stewart Island), Bluff, Invercargill, Otago and surrounding areas.
We have an exciting opportunity for two Registered Nurses to join our Te Kakanoa Nurse Led Community Outreach service we deliver across Southland and Otago.
About the Role - Mo te tunga Registered Nurses are responsible for establishing a therapeutic partnership with whanau through whakawhanaungatanga (establishing trusting relationships), clinical assessment, intervention, care planning, follow up and education through the delivery of nurse outreach services in various community settings.
You will promote and deliver matauranga Maori and clinical models of practice to reduce health inequities of hapori Maori (Maori communities).
As our Registered Nurse, we will support you on the Nurse Practitioner pathway should this be a career goal you aspire to achieve.
Minimum Requirements: Registered Nurse with current NCNZ practicing certificate, preferably with vaccinator and cervical screening qualifications A desire to engage in the pathway to become a Nurse Practitioner Comfortable with tikanga (correct Maori protocols), Te Reo Maori (Maori language), delivery of matauranga Maori models (Maori based knowledge approaches) and building meaningful relationships with individuals and their whanau (family) Able to demonstrate a high level of personal integrity Full NZ driver's license You will be supported with clinical supervision, training and development opportunities to support your journey to increasing your skills as a Registered Nurse and or becoming a Nurse Practitioner.
A mobile phone, laptop, and access to a fleet vehicle are included with this role.
Awarua Whanau Services has a team of dedicated kaimahi who are committed to working with the community to achieve the best possible outcomes.
You can find out more about our awesome mahi at Applications close on Tuesday, 08 October 2024.
Please contact Nikki Ashfield on ******** or email for an application form and position description.
Applications must include your CV, covering letter, and application form.
Your application will include the following questions: How many years' experience do you have as a registered nurse?
Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?
Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?
Are you currently registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand?
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