Specialty Clinical Nurse, Bowel Screening

 Cancer Screening, Treatment and Support

0.6 FTE, Temporary 6 months

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

We are looking for a dynamic and motivated specialty clinical nurse (SCN) who will assist with ongoing delivery of the National Bowel Screening Programme within the MidCentral district. This SCN will be responsible for assisting with the assessing and arranging further investigations for participants who have received a positive bowel screening test result and contribute to the equity focus of this programme. Provision of care for patients undergoing bowel screening colonoscopy lists may be required.

About You

To be successful you will need to have: 

Essential:

• Minimum of three years post registration
• Recent previous experience in Gastroenterology.
• Post graduate nursing qualification or working towards within agreed timeframes
• A current annual practicing certificate
• Demonstration of awareness of equity issues across the sector including, but not limited to Māori health
• Advanced verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to strategically & critically think 

Desirable:

• Demonstration of advanced knowledge of nursing theory and practice related to bowel disease.
• Demonstration of evidence in leading and managing change (process enhancements).

If you are interested in finding out more about this exciting opportunity, you are welcome to contact:

Anne Cleland: anne.cleland@midcentraldhb.govt.nz

Veena Naicker: veena.naicker@midcentraldhb.govt.nz

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

About the Team/Service

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees.  We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions.  With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.

About the Location

Manawatū offers the perfect blend of city convenience and rural charm. Whether you're drawn to peaceful village life, vibrant townships, or the buzz of the city, you'll find your ideal lifestyle here. It's a family-friendly region that's easy to live in and even easier to love. The region is also home to excellent schools and two tertiary institutions: Massey University and the International Pacific College.

Outdoor enthusiasts are spoiled for choice—beaches, ski fields, lakes, and mountains are all within reach, along with fantastic hiking and mountain biking tracks. With no traffic and a short commute to work, achieving true work-life balance is the everyday reality.

Our central location makes it easy to explore the rest of New Zealand, whether you're heading off on a road trip or catching a short flight.

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

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. 

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.