Nurse Educator

Permanent 0.5 FTE position available for a Senior RN or experienced Nurse Educator - Registered with the NZ Nursing Council and current APC Mō te tūnga | About the role An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the surgical cluster Nurse Educator team working in Neurosciences (Ward B8). Ward B8 is one of our surgical wards at Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury - Christchurch Hospital which specialises in Neurosurgery and Neurology. As the largest inpatient Neuroscience facility in the South Island it is a busy medical and surgical environment caring for a complex patient group with a diverse range of neurological and neurosurgical conditions. We have an exciting opportunity for a senior nurse to join our team as Clinical Nurse Educator. Currently working as a senior nurse, your passion and clinical expertise in this area will place you perfectly as a specialist resource for the team, providing valuable support and education to new and existing staff and nursing students. A confident communicator, you will easily establish quality relationships and ensure exceptional ongoing service delivery for our service users. Your skills will include those of facilitator, change agent, consultant and leader. **This role will see you**: - Providing leadership in clinical practice. - Acting as a resource for new and existing staff, and students. - Assist the Charge Nurse Manager and Clinical Nurse Specialist to continue the nursing education focus in pursuit of clinical excellence. - Promoting nursing research and evidence-based practice. We are looking for someone who is committed and passionate to succeed in this role and who as a positive role model will work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team to ensure high standards of care and improved patient outcomes are attained. The Nurse Educator facilitates and coordinates clinical learning activities and nursing professional development programs. They provide systematic guidance to reduce the gap between nursing theory and practice and are key to improving the quality of nursing care and enhancing the patients' level of satisfaction. You will provide nursing leadership and act as a resource for both new and experienced staff. Clinical coaching and point of care learning will be an emphasis of the role. Your skills will include those of facilitator, change agent, consultant and leader. Ko wai koe | About You Continuing the development of widespread competence in the nursing team is essential, and it requires a strategic planned approach to be successful. This role facilitates the progression of current education resources, as well as the development of future strategic growth. So, if you are a Registered Nurse with extensive Neurosciences experience and a passion for quality nursing we would love to hear from you. Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience - An expert nurse who either holds, or is working towards, a relevant post graduate qualification. A qualification in adult education is highly desirable. - Positive attitude with problem solving focus - Familiarity with change management principles and processes - A high degree of maturity, stability and self-confidence - Clinical role model who supports, encourages and empowers - A commitment to quality and excellence - Methodical, planned approach to work and establishes clear directions - Registered with the NZ Nursing Council and current APCMō 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. Applications are only accepted online so please **Enquiries**: Natalie Gaunt - Recruitment Specialist only be performed by a person who has been vaccinated against Covid-19. It is Covid-19. This vaccination requirement includes gaining Booster Doses required to perform your role under the Health Order. As a person working in the health and disability sector you will meet many people, some of whom may be vulnerable. Without a vaccine, there is the risk that you may contract Covi