Clinical Nurse Specialist – Infection Prevention and Vascular Access

• 0.6 FTE permanent position available
• Demonstrated clinical nursing expertise in vascular access management and sound infection prevention knowledge
• Ability to work Monday to Friday between 08:00hrs and 20:00hrs according to service requirements

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

Our integrated team Te Ratonga Ārai Mate - Infection Prevention and Control Service/Arakato o Tangaroa – Vessel Health Preservation and Intravenous Access is currently recruiting for a Clinical Nurse Specialist.

In this role, you will work in partnership with clinical and non-clinical teams as well as other associated internal and external stakeholders to promote and uphold best practice in vessel health preservation and vascular access in the interests of patient safety. You will guide and promote appropriate infection prevention and control practices to minimise risk of complications associated with vascular access and intravenous therapy, particularly healthcare associated bloodstream infections.

Please note this role is open only to current staff of Health New Zealand. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed by Health New Zealand.

About the Service

Our integrated team Te Ratonga Ārai Mate - Infection Prevention and Control Service/Arakato o Tangata – Vessel Health Preservation and Intravenous Access strategically deploys resources promoting best practice standards in infection prevention and control as well as vessel health preservation and intravenous therapy to uphold safety for patients, staff and visitors to our health care facilities.

About You

Self-motivated and organised with effective interpersonal skills and the ability to engage a wide range of people is paramount in this role. Your advanced clinical nursing knowledge, practice and skills in vascular access (including a range of intravenous therapies, peripheral cannulation and central venous access device (CVAD) management) is underpinned by sound understanding of infection prevention and control principles. Your previous experience as a senior nurse positions you perfectly to lead and guide colleagues in vascular access management.

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with current APC
• Relevant postgraduate qualification

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by Wednesday 31st December. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

Please note this role is open only to current staff of Health New Zealand. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed by Health New Zealand.