Clinical Nurse Specialist

1 month ago


Christchurch, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

1.0 FTE parental leave position available with the Infection

Prevention & Control (IPC) team
- Registered Nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a

current APC
- Should have the ability to work Monday to Friday between 08:00
- 16:30 hrs (roster to be based on IPC Service needs in negotiation with
successful applicant)Mō te tūnga |
About the role
Te Ratonga Ārai Mate - Infection Prevention and
Control Service is currently recruiting for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to join
our dynamic team with a lot of interesting professional opportunities for the
In this role, you would provide advice on infection
prevention and control measures to ensure the safety of patients, staff and
visitors to Te Tai o Poutini and Waitaha facilities as a member of the
transalpine IPC Service. You will guide and support staff in clinical areas,
laboratories and maintenance and engineering to implement appropriate IPC
practices in their work areas to minimise risk of infection transmission.
Ko wai koe |
About You
You will be given the opportunity to gain knowledge
and expertise across the IPC core business areas of this exciting specialty

**including**: Surveillance, Education, Environmental Management, Reprocessing of
Reusable Medical Devices and the Built Environment and Healthcare Facility
Design.
- Your ability to work effectively both autonomously and within a

multidisciplinary team in a variety of situations with both individuals
and groups is imperative in this service as you are responsible for
providing IPC advice, education and recommendations to clinical staff
across a wide variety of disciplines.
- Your clinical knowledge and experience in addition to diplomacy,
respect and professionalism, will be key to engaging with staff and
patients to ensure your success in this role.
- Previous experience working in infection prevention and control
would be an advantage although is not essential.Mō mātou - About us
From July last year the Canterbury DHB transitioned across to Te Whatu Ora - Health NZ. This is a great opportunity to make a difference at a time of significant change in the healthcare sector.
Waitaha Canterbury is considered a world leader in its people centred approach to health care. We have a unique one health system approach focused on providing "the right care and support, to the right person, at the right time and in the right place." We plan, fund and deliver health services to the almost 600,000 New Zealanders that live in the Canterbury region.
We are proud of how we do things. We have a way of working that we consider unique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come from and working together as one.
We are passionate about attracting, recruiting and retaining talented people - become part of our team.
Ngā hua - Benefits
Being part of the Canterbury District Health Board, you will enjoy a fantastic benefits scheme, the opportunity for flexible working arrangements and ongoing focus on your career development.



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