Nurse Coordinator – Nursing Workforce Development
- 0.4 FTE (16 hours per week)
- Fixed-term position covering parental leave until 15 June 2027
- Based at Manawa, Antigua Street, Christchurch Central
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
We are looking for a motivated Nurse Coordinator to join the Nursing Workforce Development team for a fixed-term position covering parental leave until 15/06/2027.
This role is instrumental in relation to leading nursing research initiatives and supporting workforce development across Waitaha Canterbury. This role focuses on advancing research, promoting nursing careers and coordinating awards, scholarships, and key engagement activities.
About the Service
The Nursing Workforce Development team is committed to strengthening and growing the nursing workforce across Waitaha Canterbury. The team leads a wide range of initiatives that support nurses throughout their careers, including:
- Supported First Year of Practice (SFYP) RN and EN
- Professional Development Recognition Programme (PDRP)
- Dedicated Education Unit (DEU) and Nursing Ākonga Clinical Placement Facilitation
- Clinical simulation and postgraduate education
- Nursing research and specialist nursing projects
- Nursing recruitment initiatives
- Aged Residential Care workforce liaison
- Operations within the Manawa Building
The team works closely with nursing leaders, education providers and healthcare partners to support professional development, research, innovation and excellence in nursing practice.
About You
You will be an experienced registered nurse who is passionate about developing the nursing workforce and advancing nursing research. You will bring excellent organisational skills, strong relationship management abilities and the confidence to lead initiatives across a range of stakeholders.
To be successful in this role you will have:
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in nursing research
- Strong coordination and stakeholder engagement skills
- Passion for nursing workforce development and career promotion
- Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate
- Hold a relevant Masters Qualification
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 Wednesday 15th July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Fixed Term/Contract/Part Time
Job no: PC4313250
Location: Christchurch
Closing Date: Wednesday 15th July