Senior Research Nurse

2 weeks ago

Auckland City, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

E ngā mana, e ngā reo, Rangatira ma, tenei te panui ake i tenei Turanga, kua tu wātea mai hei kaimahi Māori mo Auckland me Waitematā DHB. Tona taitara he: Research Nurse - Lung Cancer Screening

**He angitūtanga**: The opportunity
There are significant inequities in lung cancer with Māori experiencing higher rates of lung Cancer and higher mortality compared to the non-Māori population. Internationally lung cancer screening has been shown to reduce inequities in lung cancer mortality because it detects lung cancer early, before it has caused any symptoms, when the opportunity for curative treatment is highest. Auckland and Waitematā DHBs have a programme of research focused on lung cancer screening.
The overall aim of the programme is
To enhance hauora Māori outcomes and experience by implementing Pae Ora. As part of this programme we are undertaking a trial of lung cancer screening with Māori participants. The successful applicant will join our team of study nurses, playing a key role in undertaking the lung cancer screening trial, specifically helping us to role out a COPD assessment as part of this study. This research is with Māori who are enrolled in primary care practices within the Auckland and Waitematā DHBs.

**The role will include**:

- Active engagement with Māori patients and whanau including conducting risk assessment and taking them through the informed consent process.
- Conducting Spirometry with participants that consent to undergo these assessments.
- Data collection in both a centralized hub and in outpatient clinic settings.

**Ngā He korero mōu**: What we are looking for
- A nurse with experience in working with patients within respiratory care, oncology or primary care, and with experience of engaging effectively with Māori patients and whānau.
- A nurse with experience of conducting spirometry assessment
- A professional with passion in or interest in developing research nurse expertise.
- A strong commitment to equity and the advancement of Māori health.
- Strong teamwork reputation, confident decision making and advocacy for Māori patient and whānau needs.

To view a copy of the Position Description click here
For any queries regarding the role please contact Kate Parker, Lung Cancer Screening Research Manager, 021 678 907. For queries regarding recruitment please contact Abigail Sana Matic, Recruitment Consultant, 09 442 7253

**Job Number**: WDHB15259

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