Clinical Nurse Specialist - Pain Management Service
- Pain Management Service, Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent part time (0.9FTE), working 36 hours per week
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
The Clinical Nurse Specialist will work with our Northland population experiencing acute or persistent (chronic) pain and their whānau, as part of a multidisciplinary team across the Northland Area Pain Service. These patients/tūroro/tangata whai ora are referred to our services for specialist pain management through the in-patient Acute Pain Service, the out-patient Persistent (chronic) Pain Service or the community Pain Management rehabilitation programme.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist is an advanced nursing speciality practice and is an expert in assessment skills; diagnostic reasoning, knowledge of pain management options and monitoring that underpins practice. They will have specialist knowledge of complex pain conditions which is central to the role.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
This role will work collaboratively with other members of the Northland Area Pain Service team to provide expert advice, care co-ordination, resources and support to healthcare professionals working with high-priority and complex patients/tūroro/tangata whai ora with acute or persistent (chronic) pain conditions.
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About you
- Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practicing Certificate
- Specialty knowledge and practice expertise in the area of acute and/or persistent (chronic) pain management.
- Postgraduate diploma in specialty nursing practice.
- A current Expert Registered Nurse Professional Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP) Portfolio
- Shows courtesy and respect in caring for patients/tūroro/tangata whai ora and their whānau/family in all aspects of nursing practice.
- Collaborates with the Northland Area Pain Service Multi-disciplinary team members to achieve improved health outcomes for clients experiencing acute or persistent (chronic) pain.
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 by 24th March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Emma Hicks at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
