Registered Nurse - Immunology

Registered Nurse – Clinical Immunology and Allergy.

Temporary 0.4 FTE for 12 months

Auckland Immunology Service, Te Toka Tumai.

 Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

We are looking for an enthusiastic Registered Nurse to join our Specialist Nursing team within the Immunology Day ward.

Under the Community Long Term Conditions Directorate at Te Toka Tumai, the Auckland Immunology Service provides specialist and individualised care, education and advice to people and their whanau with allergic, autoimmune and Immune deficiencies. Care is in alignment with Te Tiriti o Waitangi values and provided in outpatient setting. We are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Registered Nurse to join our established multidisciplinary team. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds and would greatly value seeing more applicants from our Māori & Pacific communities.

Key Responsibilities of Immunology Nurses:

· Patient Assessment:

Evaluating patients' immune system health and identifying potential problems. 

· Treatment Administration:

Administering immunotherapies, such as immunoglobulin replacement therapy, and other treatments as needed. 

· Monitoring and Evaluation:

Closely observing patients for responses to treatment and reporting any adverse reactions to physicians. 

· Patient and Family Education:

Providing information about immune system disorders, treatment options, and how to manage symptoms at home. 

· Guidance and Support:

Offering guidance on lifestyle changes, managing side effects, and preventing complications associated with their condition. 

Areas of Focus:

· Allergies:

Managing and treating allergic reactions, including anaphylaxis, and providing desensitization therapy. 

· Autoimmune Diseases:

Caring for patients with autoimmune disorders. 

· Immune Deficiencies:

Providing treatment and care for patients with primary and secondary immunodeficiencies. 

· Other Immunologic Disorders:

Managing a range of other immune system-related conditions.

In this role you will be based at Auckland City Hospital, in General Outpatients, your focus will be to perform range of clinical duties in the management of patients with allergies and immune deficiencies to provide holistic, equitable and culturally appropriate patient-centred care, empowering patients to manage their healthcare journey. You will assess and deliver evidence-based education and care and demonstrate ability to work autonomously using evidence-based knowledge and skills.

Nga Pūkenga Motuhake | Important Skills

• Has at least two years post graduate experience.

• Has IV cannulation experience is desirable but not essential

• Has a commitment to working in action with Te Tiriti o Waitangi to achieve equitable outcomes for Māori and Pasific.

· Ability to build relationships with patients and colleagues from all backgrounds.

• Has an Interest in working towards postgraduate qualification.

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

We are Te Whatu Ora, Te Toka Tumai, Auckland Hospital. We provide health and disability services to more than half a million people living in central Auckland, regional services for Northland and greater Auckland, and specialist national services for the whole of New Zealand. Our main sites are Auckland City Hospital, Greenlane Clinical Centre and Starship Children’s Hospital, located in central Auckland.

We are part of Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand, the overarching organisation for New Zealand’s national health service. Te Whatu Ora leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels.

We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and providing culturally safe care. We value role modelling manaakitanga as demonstrated by Ngāti Whātua in the gifting of their whenua on which our hospitals stand. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.

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He aha ngā painga o tēnei mahi mōu | Why you will enjoy working here

We are committed to supporting our staff develop professionally through the PDRP programme, management development programs, educational seminars and support to go to external conferences.

•Family friendly hours: Monday to Friday 8am – 4:30 pm

•Working with a dynamic committed multidisciplinary team

Our organisation values diversity, inclusivity and empathy

Our team will provide a thorough orientation as well as good support and training to give you the confidence to carry out your role.

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For specific information about the role, please contact Janice Capstick, Nurse Lead, via email jcapstick@adhb.govt.nz

 Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Apply now at www.careers.adhb.govt.nz quoting job title and reference number ADHB22859. Please attach a Cover Letter and your latest CV.

If you have any queries about this opportunity or accessibility or technical issues with the online process, please contact Candida Hall, Recruitment Consultant at CandidaH@adhb.govt.nz. or Ph 09 631 0720 to discuss how we can best support your application.

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