Diabetes Clinical Nurse Specialist/ NP Candidate

Diabetes Clinical Nurse Specialist/ NP Candidate  0.8FTE

• Lakes District Hospital – Queenstown
• Permanent part time 0.8 FTE
• Salary Scale between $116,040 and $127,674

We are seeking a highly motivated registered nurse to join the Queenstown Lakes Southland Southern specialist Diabetes and Endocrinology Service Team as a Clinical Nurse Specialist that will work with district wide team

About the Role

This role provides specialist nursing care and is working towards a Nurse Practitioner Pathway in Diabetes Specialty. The Diabetes CNS/NP Candidate should acquire expert knowledge base, complex decision-making skills and clinical competencies to prepare for extended practice within a speciality area of practice/population group.

The successful candidate will be an integral member of the health care team who is working towards an increased level of professional autonomy in collaboration with other health professionals to assess and manage clients within their clinical context using nursing knowledge and skills. The CNS/NP Candidate will engage in clinical education, mentorship and professional activities to assist development of extensions to practice. They will forge relationships and participate with district wide Diabetes Service and support Lakes. 

The CNS/NP Candidate will be based in Invercargill and will work across the district within a clinical specialty acting in the roles of practitioner, educator, consultant, researcher, leader/change agent and care coordinator/case manager in the pursuit of clinical excellence and improved health outcomes.

Clinical Nurse Specialists are recognized internationally as expert practitioners, having in-depth knowledge of a speciality that results in expanding boundaries of nursing practice and the implementation of evidence-based practice and clinical research. (Austin and Luker, 2005; NACNS, 2009). This role will work both autonomously and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team to assess, treat and manage patient/consumer health care needs

About the Team/Service/ Location

Health New Zealand - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

Our successful candidate you will:

• Have completed 3 years fulltime/ 0.8 FTE practice within the last 5 years.
• Meets level 4 of the local professional Development Recognition Programme (Level 3 working towards level 4 will be considered
• Has completed relevant post-graduate papers, minimum post graduate diploma and preferably master’s in nursing
• Is accredited via or meets accreditation criteria of the Aotearoa College of Diabetes (NZNO)national accreditation process and has achieved a minimum of ‘Of Proficient Diabetes Nurse’ on the National Diabetes Knowledge and skills framework(2018)
• Experience in diabetes care is preferred
• Be a NZ Citizen or hold a NZ Permanent Visa.
• Be a RN with a current NZ t APC. Educational Prepared or undergoing master’s Program
• Be registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand as a registered Nurse.

• Hold a current Nursing Council of New Zealand annual practicing certificate.
• Working towards Post graduate qualifications at a minimum of a Diploma or/and a Master’s degree.
• Work towards Nurse Prescribing Endorsement and Undertake Prescribing Practicum.
• Advanced learning and contemporary knowledge in area of specialist practice.

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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 06 March 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton at Mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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