Clinical Nurse Specialist - Rheumatology

Clinical Nurse Specialist – Rheumatology

Permanent, part-time (0.8FTE/64 hours per fortnight)

Rotorua Hospital

Rewarding Career. Be part of a team that improves lives and health outcomes daily.

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 (CNS) - Rheumatology is responsible for providing specialist nursing care and expertise both in direct care delivery and in the provision of nursing expertise and guidance to other staff in the management, monitoring and surveillance of a defined patient group/area of specialty practice. This includes patients with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions, including inflammatory arthritis and other systemic autoimmune disorders. The CNS Rheumatology will be proactive in researching, evaluating, developing and implementing standards of nursing practice and take a lead role in the development of pathways, protocols, and guidelines in the rheumatology area of practice. 

The CNS Rheumatology has a key resource role in supporting and enhancing the delivery of timely, effective care to patients. They will facilitate nurse-led clinics and concurrent clinics alongside the Rheumatologist; coordinate multidisciplinary care for complex presentations; promote evidence based principles and practices; and promote timely access to appropriate services in consultation and collaboration with the Rheumatologist and other internal and external health care providers as required.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You will be part of a supportive, high functioning Medical Nurse Specialist Team based at Rotorua Hospital comprised of designated senior nurses responsible for the provision of expert nursing care, advice and support to defined patient groups/areas of specialty practice. 
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

The successful candidate will demonstrate a confident, positive, resilient and supportive manner, and will enjoy working autonomously and as part of a team in a challenging environment. They will ideally possess the following skills and abilities:

• New Zealand Nursing Council registration and a current practicing certificate
• Post-graduate qualification.
• Previous designated senior nurse role experience
• Expert knowledge of the pathophysiology, management and treatment of patients with arthritis and other musculoskeletal conditions.
• Experience working independently and interdependently, assuming accountability and responsibility for your actions, making critical decisions in challenging and complex situations. This will include facilitating nurse led clinics.
• Sound organisational abilities to prioritise, delegate and meet required timelines.
• Basic computer literacy
• Experience in implementing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in action  
• Current NZ Driving Licence

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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.