Practice Nurse

University Of Otago; Dunedin; Presencial; NZD 86.000 - 114.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The University of Otago Student Health Services is seeking a part-time nurse to join a busy multidisciplinary team in Ōtepoti (Dunedin). The role focuses on high-quality nursing care for young adults, with flexible hours between 8:30am and 8:30pm and one late shift per week during semester time.

Applicants must be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand, hold an Annual Practising Certificate, and have indemnity insurance.

Formación

• Registered with Nursing Council of New Zealand with a valid Annual Practising Certificate.
• Evidence of indemnity insurance.
• Relevant nursing experience.
• Interest in care delivery for young adults.
• Collaborative, able to develop professional relationships.
• Strong critical thinking and problem solving.
• Clear written documentation for health purposes.
• Proficient with health software systems.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti O Waitangi to improve equity.
• Commitment to ongoing quality improvement.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high-quality, comprehensive nursing health care to young adults.
• Work effectively within a multi-disciplinary primary health care team.
• Document patient interactions clearly and accurately.

Conocimientos

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Documentation writing

Patient care

Te Tiriti o Waitangi knowledge

Quality improvement

Health software competence

Educación

Nursing Council NZ registration

Annual Practising Certificate

Indemnity Insurance

Herramientas

Health software

Descripción del empleo

The University of OtagoTe Whare Wānanga o Otāgo The University of Otago is New Zealand’s first university and one of its finest. It is a leader across all fields of academic endeavour – the humanities, sciences, health sciences and...

Student Health Services (SHS) provide a full range of primary health care services for students at the University of Otago. We have an experienced team of GPs, Nurses, Mental Health and Wellbeing, and Administration staff who provide approximately 45,000 appointments per annum. The large and diverse health team and the distinctive campus provide a stimulating and challenging multidisciplinary work environment.

The University of Otago aspires to be a Te Tiriti-led university that is committed to partnership with mana whenua and upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Student Health Services is committed to equity and diversity and seeks to provide an accessible, respectful and welcoming environment in which all students and staff receive the individual support and resources they need. SHS promotes and upholds equity in its processes, and values the individual differences that enrich its community. We are recognised as a Rainbow Tick certified employer and a Foundation certified and Cornerstone accredited practice, which means we meet a standard of inclusivity and manaakitanga for our staff and students, and we are committed to continuous improvement.

The role | Te mahi

The successful applicant will join a multi-disciplinary primary health care team of medical, nursing, mental health and wellbeing and administrative staff at University of Otago Student Health Services. A focused, flexible and positive team approach to work is essential, along with an ability to work effectively in a busy but well-structured environment.

The Nursing team currently consists of 11 staff who provide a broad range of primary care nursing practice including nurse prescribing.

Our ideal candidate will have a genuine interest in the care of young adults and be able to provide high quality, comprehensive nursing health care to this group. If this sounds like you, we welcome your application.

• Registered with Nursing Council of New Zealand with a valid, appropriate Annual Practicing Certificate and Indemnity Insurance.
• Relevant experience.
• Interest in care delivery for young adult population.
• Collaborative, with the ability to develop and maintain effective professional relationships with colleagues.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communicator with the ability to write clear, user-friendly documentation for health purposes.
• Competent in using technical health software, ability to easily grasp new processes and technologies.
• Commitment and ability to work in a multi‑disciplinary team.
• Knowledge of and experience with applying the principles of Te Tiriti O Waitangi to enhance equity of health care outcomes.
• Commitment to ongoing quality improvement.

This is a permanent, part‑time (22.5 hours per week) position, located in Ōtepoti, Dunedin. Hours of work are rostered between 8.30am and 8.30pm Monday to Thursday and 8.30am and 5pm Friday and will include at least one 12.30pm - 8.30pm shift per week during semester time.

You must have the right to live and work in New Zealand to apply for this role.

The salary range for this role is $85,966 – $113,818 per annum (pro‑rata). The successful candidate will be appointed on an appropriate step of the scale dependent on qualifications, skills, and experience.

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Childrens Act 2014. Candidates who successfully make the final stages of the recruitment process will be required to undergo a safety check. For further information on the safety check process please visit: https://www.otago.ac.nz/administration/protection-of-children

For further information or to discuss the role in confidence please contact Melanie Philip, via the contact details below.

Application | Tono

Note: As a part‑time position, the salary range for this role will be the pro‑rata equivalent of the annual full‑time salary range listed.

Contact: Melanie Philip