Clinical Nurse Specialist Urology, Outpatients 0.9 FTE

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

The remuneration range for this role is $114,025 - $127,674 and is covered by the collective agreement: NZNO MECA (2 Aug 2020 – 31 Oct 2022)

Position Description | Clinical Nurse Specialist, Urology Outpatients 

Come and join our supportive Outpatient Urology team.

This role would suit an already qualified CNS, or alternatively support is available for a nurse already engaged in post graduate studies with urology interest.  

If this appeals to you please apply for this position and join our friendly outpatient team at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible and people-centred health service. This is a great opportunity for someone who is interested in urology nursing.

The focus of the role is to work in partnership with tūroro and their whānau to diagnose and manage their urological condition.  This may involve kanohi ki te kanohi and the use of digi hauora to ensure we strive to improve health outcomes for all of our community. 

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti is the base hospital for a wide geographical area, extending up the East Cape of New Zealand, surrounded by beautiful coastal and rural countryside.  The city has superb outdoor facilities, golden beaches, a warm climate and a vibrant local economy based on wineries, agriculture, surfing and tourism and just a quick flight away from the big cities.

Haere mai - come join our WAKA!  Our kaupapa is the driving force behind everything that we do - 'Whaia te hauora I roto I te kotahitanga - A healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.

Do you have a post-graduate certificate or diploma? Are you currently enrolled in a post graduate certificate or diploma course? Are you undertaking or completed your PDRP? Consideration will be given for applicants who are already enrolled in  post-graduate studies to be supported via a pathway to CNS.

Feel free to contact Carlo Di Bella to find out more - carlo.dibella@tdh.org.nz 021 436 230

 Moū - About you

We are keen to hear from you if you have:

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A Post-Graduate Diploma in Nursing and working towards Masters, or currently enrolled in post graduate course.

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PDRP at expert or designated senior nurse level

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Experience of leadership and a 'can do' attitude

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A current work visa

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation

Situated on the eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, Gisborne “Tairāwhiti” – “The light shines on the water” is the first city in the world to see the rising sun of the new day. Our region offers vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands, with significant historical landmarks, natural wonders and a deep connection to Māori culture. We enjoy a pleasant climate, short commutes and a relaxed approach that creates a work-life offering that is enviable to most that are not yet here. Our lifestyle is about time.  

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti works to increase collaboration, strengthen leadership and accountability, and improve equity of access and outcomes across the health service. We’re shifting the emphasis towards primary and community care allowing more people to be cared for close to home, and take a greater role in their own health and wellbeing.

Our values form the acronym WAKA. They reflect our voyaging heritage, guiding us on our journey to create a healthier Tairāwhiti by working together.

Whakarangatira/enrich - Enriching the health of our community by doing our very best.

Awhi/support - Supporting our tūroro/patients their whānau/families, our community partners and each other.

Kotahitanga/togetherness - Together we can achieve more.

Aroha/compassion - Empathy, we care for people and people want to be cared for by us.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

To complete an application please use the “apply now” link provided which will redirect you through our online career's portal. For successful applicants our mandatory process includes police vetting and health screening.  

Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.

Immigration/Visa Support

Immigration NZ has introduced an Accredited Employer Work Visa scheme. For some positions this includes a clear pathway to residency. Successful candidates offered a position with us who require a work visa, will provide support with their Visa application. This booklet provides information on settling in Tūranganui-a-Kiwa.