Nurse Coordinator - Nurse Entry to Practice (NETP) Programme & Postgraduate (PG) Nursing Funding

  • Lower Hutt
  • Full time
  • Healthcare
  • Posted 10 hours ago

Job Description

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Location: Based at Hutt Hospital

Contract: Permanent full time

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 

Advertising a designated senior role within the Workforce and Practice Development Unit - Nurse Coordinator - Nurse Entry to Practice (NETP) and Postgraduate Nursing Funding. This position presents an excellent opportunity for a Registered Nurse seeking to advance their career while contributing meaningfully to the growth of the nursing workforce. The Nurse Coordinator NETP and PG funding plays a pivotal role in the coordination of all components of the Hutt Valley NETP programme and PG nursing funding within the Workforce and Practice Development Unit. 

About the Team/Service Location 

The Workforce and Practice Development Unit (W&PDU) supports the District Chief Nurse, and Nurse Directors across the District. The W&PDU provides leadership and support for undergraduate, pre-registration, postgraduate and ongoing learning for nurses across the District and Region. Professional development is an important workforce focus across primary, secondary and tertiary services; as is developing, managing and improving processes and systems to optimise workforce contribution and resilience to ensure quality patient outcomes. 

About you 

The ideal candidate will be a Registered Nurse with a demonstrated commitment to education, supporting graduate nurses, and workforce development. Attributes include:

  • Proven experience in developing novice nurses and supporting nurses in their professional development opportunities 
  • Ability to manage budgetary requirements with financial oversight from Nurse Director Workforce Development 
  • Strong organisational and planning capabilities
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively across District
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt and thrive in a dynamic, evolving healthcare environment
  • A detail-oriented approach with a focus on quality and continuous improvement

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by 8th September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.