Clinical Nurse Specialist - Emergency Department
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Emergency Department, Rotorua:
Permanent, Part-time 0.8 FE
Full rostered shifts
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the team in Rotorua Emergency Department part-time, permanent.
Rotorua Emergency Department is a busy hospital ED seeing 33,500 patients p.a. with the full mix of presentations - paediatrics, medicine, surgery, O&G, mental health and trauma.
We are looking for an Emergency Clinical Nurse Specialist with lots of experience to become part of the team here in Rotorua Emergency Department(ED).
As part of the ED team, you will be working collaboratively with doctors, nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide coordinated tailored care to patients. You will also provide specialized education and mentoring of other ED Health professionals.
You will be involved with initiating and/or participating in evidence-based service improvements, quality enhancement, policy development and building of staff capability.
Clinical aspects of this role will include assessment of the patients, diagnosing and treating, ongoing care planning and arranging discharge.
This is a well-supported role within ED with lots of depth and room for development.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.
For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here
About you
- Current New Zealand work permit
- Nursing Council of NZ registration, and current APC.
- A relevant postgraduate qualification or be willing to work towards this qualification.
- Significant relevant ED clinical experience - minimum 7 years experience within ED.
- Be able to work collaboratively with health professionals and as an autonomous practitioner.
- Excellent clinical assessment skills.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Team player attitude.
- Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
- Willingness to compete postgraduate prescribing paper to enhance the ED CNS role.
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Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz.
The selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.
