Midwifery Educator
Midwifery Educator
Rotorua and Taupo Hospitals
Permanent Part time (0.6FTE, 48 hours per fortnight)
A great role in an education team who are committed to supporting people to be the best they can be.
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
Calling all midwives
Do you enjoy educating others and seeing them grow? Do you want to contribute to achieving excellence in care delivery? Are you ready to join an education team who are committed to supporting people to being the best they can be?
We have an exciting position available that covers maternity services in both Rotorua and Taupo. The purpose of the role is to promote evidence-based quality midwifery practice through education and practice development of individuals and teams within the clinical setting.
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, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.
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About you
The successful applicant will have at least 5 years post registration maternity experience including secondary care and a proven desire and passion to grow and develop people. They will embrace the values of Lakes and commit to their personal ongoing professional development. You would be expected to design and deliver education at the bedside, as part of structured programmes and to larger multi professional groups.
To succeed in this role, you will need to have
- excellent interpersonal skills,
- show cultural sensitivity with safe practice,
- be flexible and adaptable, and
- be a team player.
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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.