Lecturer, Nurse Education

UCOL - Te Pūkenga; Wellington; On-site; NZD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Five weeks annual leave

Ten days annual professional develop."

Flexible working arrangements

Staff concessions on UCOL programmes

Job summary

UCOL – Te Pūkenga invites applications for a Lecturer, Nurse Education in Whanganui. You’ll teach ākonga in classroom, simulation lab and online, supporting them to meet Nursing Council Standards during clinical placements.

The role includes ongoing professional development and research opportunities, with a 1.0 FTE, permanent contract; some regional travel may be required. The successful candidate will have NZ residency or valid work visa, NZRN registration and at least three years of

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse with Nursing Council of NZ registration.
• Culturally competent and committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
• Passion for sharing clinical knowledge and mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Teach in classroom, simulation lab, and online learning environments.
• Support ākonga to meet Standards of Competence during clinical placements.
• Engage in professional development and research opportunities.

Skills

Nursing experience

Clinical teaching

Team collaboration

Independence

Education

Nursing degree / RN registration

Job description

Experienced registered nurses sought to deliver high-quality, evidence-based nursing education to the future nursing workforce of Aotearoa New Zealand. Full-time position available, based in Whanganui.

UCOL is a tertiary education provider with campuses in Manawatū, Whanganui, Horowhenua and the Wairarapa. We provide a supportive employment environment for our kaimahi (staff) and value the rich cultures represented within the communities we serve through providing contemporary, evidence- based education to our ākonga (learners).

Te āheinga: The Opportunity

The School of Nursing has state-of-the art teaching facilities, run by staff with extensive clinical and academic experience. Our focus is on ensuring that ākonga undertaking the Bachelor of Nursing programme are fully equipped and work-ready to meet the demands of the ever-changing healthcare environment. UCOL’s School of Nursing delivers quality programmes in a in a holistic, supportive environment based on Te Whare Tapa Whā.

We are seeking an exceptional registered nurse to join our highly motivated and supportive team in providing nursing education to the future nursing workforce of Aotearoa New Zealand. The main focus of this Lecturer, Nurse Education, position will be supporting ākonga to meet the Nursing Council of New Zealand Standards of Competence during their clinical placements. You will also teach ākonga in the classroom and simulation lab, and through the online learning environment. In addition, you will be supported to actively engage in professional development and research opportunities.

We currently have a 1.0 FTE, permanent position available. This position will be based in Whanganui but may require some travel around the region to support ākonga on clinical placement. Competitive salary, subject to qualifications and experience.

• You have at least three years Registered Nurse registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
• You are culturally competent and are committed to working in a manner which upholds the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• You have a passion for sharing your clinical knowledge and expertise
• You are comfortable working with students in a clinical setting
• You are looking for the next exciting step in your nursing career pathway
• You are wanting to make a real difference to the future of New Zealand’s nursing workforce
• You are a team player who can confidently take the initiative, and work independently
• You are highly motivated, dynamic and engaging
• You want to join a supportive and solution-focused team of like-minded professionals
• You are ideally working towards, or have completed, a higher nursing qualification
• Extensive access to professional development opportunities, including supported post-graduate learning
• Ten days annual professional development leave
• Flexible working arrangements
• Concessions on UCOL delivered programmes for staff and immediate family members
• Financial contributions to eye checks and eyewear
• Five weeks annual leave, plus statutory holidays and two days discretionary leave

Applicants for this position should have NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa and may be required to undergo pre-employment checks; which may include completing New Zealand Police Vetting as part of The Children’s Act 2014 and may also include pre-employment drug and alcohol testing in safety sensitive roles. The successful applicant must undergo a criminal convictions check by the Ministry of Justice.

Please note: We will be reviewing applications as they are received and encourage early applications. The advert may close early if the ideal applicant is selected.

Requirements

• A full driver’s licence
• Evidence of serology and immune status screening