Diabetes CNS Lead — Fixed-Term 0.8FTE

Te Whatu Ora; New Plymouth; Hybrid; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Part time

Job summary

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand invites a senior registered nurse to join the Diabetes Integrated Team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. This advanced practice role coordinates care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings and drives evidence-based diabetes management.

You will work with GP services and partner organisations to develop policies, lead service improvements, and mentor staff while upholding client-centred care and Te Tiriti obligations.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NZ Nursing Council and current APC.
• Four years postgraduate experience in diabetes management.
• Postgraduate study in Long Term Condition Management or Diabetes Management.
• Designated nurse prescribing qualification (diabetes) or working towards.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate nursing care for diabetes across inpatient, outpatient and community settings.
• Develop evidence-based policies and procedures with the Diabetes Integrated Team.
• Lead service delivery improvements and education for staff and patients.
• Collaborate with GP Services and partner organisations to optimise care.

Skills

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Adaptability

Teamwork

Education

NZ Nursing registration with APC

Postgraduate study: Long Term Condition Management/Diabetes Management

Designated nurse prescribing (diabetes) or pursuing

Job description

Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand invites a senior registered nurse to join the Diabetes Integrated Team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist. This advanced practice role coordinates care across inpatient, outpatient and community settings and drives evidence-based diabetes management.

You will work with GP services and partner organisations to develop policies, lead service improvements, and mentor staff while upholding client-centred care and Te Tiriti obligations.