Nurse Educator - Orthopaedics - Surgical Services
- Ward 1 – Orthopaedics, Surgical Services, Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week rostered shifts
- Join our dynamic 34-bed acute and elective Orthopaedic Ward, supporting adult patients and strengthening the nursing workforce
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
In this key senior role, the Nurse Educator contributes to developing further the Directorate and Te Tai Tokerau workforce education opportunities, plans and strategic objectives. This is achieved by informing and contributing to the development of resources with evidence-based education that can be applied within the ward and organisation.
The Nurse Educator works to ensure key work stream opportunities are well utilised and further education strategic aspirations achieved. This role also has a responsibility for improving the quality of professional nursing practice and safeguarding high standard of care in Te Tai Tokerau by supporting an environment in which excellence in clinical care can flourish.
To promote, facilitate and provide clinical education to maximise health care delivery, enhance patient outcomes, and promote clinical excellence and evidence-based professional nursing practice.
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About you
- New Zealand Registered Nurse with current practicing certificate
- Relevant Post Graduate Diploma
- Designated Senior Nurse PDRP or Expert PDRP
- At least 7 years post registration experience with at least 3 years in relevant speciality
- Clinical teaching experience
- Computer literacy
- Encourages teamwork, cooperation and a positive attitude
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 1st June 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.
