Nurse Educator, Emergency Department

4 days ago


Palmerston North, Manawatu-Wanganui, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$41,800 - NZ$103,000 per year

Location: Palmerston North Hospital, Temporary until 5 March 2026 (Parental Leave Cover) (0.6 FTE)

Benefits

  • An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
  • A professional and supportive culture and team setting
  • Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
  • Tailored wellness programmes

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Kaiwhakaako Tapuhi | Nurse Educator, you will play a key role in supporting the professional development of our nursing workforce. This position offers the opportunity to design, implement, evaluate, and revise continuing education programmes that prepare nurses for an ever-changing healthcare environment.

About the Team/Service

You will be part of the Ngā Manu Teka Practice Development Unit, reporting to the Kaiwhakahaere Kaiwhakaako Tapuhi Nurse Educator Lead and working alongside other senior nurses and educators. We are a collaborative, values-driven team that works hard to make a difference. Our values: Integrity, Innovation, Respect, and Teamwork.

About the Location

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here

About you

We are looking for someone who:

  • Is a NZ Registered Nurse with a current Practising Certificate
  • Has experience in Emergency Department nursing
  • Is an excellent communicator and relationship builder
  • Demonstrates a commitment to lifelong learning and professional development
  • Has the ability to engage and motivate others in education

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant (Email: )

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.



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