Clinical Nurse Specialist

**Clinical Nurse Specialist - Cardiac**

**Vacancy No**:TAR05676**

**Nau mai, haere mai ki Te Whatu Ora Taranaki**

**Taranaki Whanui He Rohe Oranga - Taranaki Together, A Healthy Community**

**Te Kaupapa - Mission**

Improving, promoting, protecting and caring for the health and wellbeing of the people of Taranaki.

We are looking for people that share our vision by providing the best care for our people and our community. We have a responsibility to see the whole picture, the whole community, in terms of health and to support everyone working in Taranaki to do the best job they can in a world of constant change.

**Taranaki - A place like no other**

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day. For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture. **Click here** to read more information about Taranaki.

For further information on our international recruitment and what we offer **Click here** and find out how to make a difference somewhere different.

**E pā ana ki a tatou - About us**

At Te Whatu Ora Taranaki we are committed to recognising the value our people bring to our organisation within a supportive team of healthcare professionals that provide comprehensive care to our patients.

We believe having workforce that is diverse and inclusive, we are a pro-equity Health Organisation and this means that we will be better positioned to understand and serve our community.

When you choose to work with us, we will offer you:

- A comprehensive orientation and induction to our organisation and your department
- Access to clinical training and education
- Up to date facilities, Have a look at
- Opportunities to participate on local project and regional collaboration teams
- Professional development

**Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role**

This 0.6FTE permanent position is to join the Cardiology team to help manage and undertake the safe, timely and efficient care delivery of cardiac education and rehabilitation within the Taranaki region. This is an exciting opportunity for a dynamic, experienced and highly motivated individual. You will need to be collaborative and foster excellent working relationships within the team. You will continue to provide comprehensive nursing knowledge and expertise specific to Cardiology. We require someone who will work alongside and provide support to our Cardiologists, Nurse Practitioners and Allied health professionals. This is not an exhaustive description of the role and we expect this position to grow to meet the needs of the Taranaki Population.

Please click here to view the **job description**

**Moū - About you**
- Post Graduate Qualification - Diploma minimum
- Current PDRP Senior Nurse ideal

Excellent communication skills
- A strong focus on patient assessment.
- Adaptability and flexibility.
- Motivation and self-direction.
- Strong leadership skills.
- Be committed to self-directed learning.
- Excellent interpersonal skills.

Team player who is happy to help out where is needed

Do you share in our vision, our values and will ensure our patients feel supported and cared for throughout their journey with us?

We would love to hear from you - Join us

**Applications Close Thursday 31 October**

**Ma tini, ma mano, ka rapa te whai**

By joining together, we will succeed.