Nurse Educator - Children’s Emergency Centre/Child Health
- Children’s Emergency Centre/Child Health
- 0.5FTE (20 hours per week) permanent position available
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
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the Nursing Educator team for Children’s Health in Waitaha, Christchurch Hospital. This role will be focused on the education needs of the staff working within the Children’s Emergency Centre but will also be part of the wider Child Health Educator team.
About the Service
Children’s Emergency Care (CEC) is a busy emergency department for all Tamariki aged 0-16yrs. It is a dynamic and fast paced service requiring a broad overview of many medical and surgical diagnosis. Additionally, there are specific competencies required by staff, in order to progress to the next step in nursing roles within CEC. The Nurse Educator position will be pivotal in ensuring all nurses are up to date with their competencies. They will also provide education sessions for the CEC staff and work with the Paediatric Educators to provide education across the wider service.
About You
- You need to have a minimum of 3 years working as an RN at a minimum of 0.8FTE in a paediatric service.
- You need to have obtained or be working towards a post graduate qualification.
- You need to have excellent communication skills and work collaboratively across services.
- Registered with Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC
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 22nd April. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Permanent/Part Time
Job no: PC4192578
Location: Christchurch
Closing Date: Wednesday 22nd April