Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Ward B6, Waipapa Hospital, Christchurch
- 0.8FTE (32 hours a week), Permanent role
- Shifts - Monday to Friday 0800 - 1630 with flexibility start times
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.
About the Role
We
have exciting opportunity for an experienced Haematology Registered Nurse to
join the team as a Nurse Educator providing haematology nursing education
programmes and initiatives from novice through to expert.
You will be responsible for facilitating ongoing education, acting as a resource person, and providing professional and educational support.
- Primarily responsible for nursing staff educational service delivery inclusive of Healthcare Assistants.
- Facilitates all clinical education processes including developing orientation processes for new staff & maintaining educational competencies that are area specific for all staff
- Develops educational frameworks for the cancer service/ specialties for IPs & OP nursing staff
- Assesses all individuals professional development & support staff education to the top of their scope
- Educates/ mentors staff on professional development via HealthLearn & mentors independent learning processes
- Develops learning contracts in partnership with Charge Nurse Manager for poor performance issues & supports staff on the floor
- Supports specialised student learning staff environs such as DEU Clinical leads on the floor
- Establishes journal clubs for services & mentors staff to run these independently for afterhours shifts
About the Service
The Bone Marrow Transplant Unit located in ward B6 is where patients receive specialised treatment for malignant and non-malignant haematological disorders treating patients from throughout the South Island.
We are a well-established collaborative team, who work and play hard. We deliver high standards of nursing care to the patients and families admitted to the ward. We offer a supportive and encouraging work environment and strive to be recognised as a centre of excellence.
About
you
- 3 - 5 years recent haematology experience
- Relevant bone marrow transplant experience
- You will either hold or be working towards a relevant post graduate qualification.
- Demonstrated teaching/ mentoring/ coaching skills.
- Proven ability to support nursing staff at all levels of practice.
- Excellent communication skills, interpersonal skills and ability to build effective relationships with a strong patient focus.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (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 Monday 30th June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Nila at nila.gopal@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz