Nurse Educator - Supported First Year of Practice, Nursing Directorate

• Permanent, full-time role in the Nursing Directorate at Whangārei Hospital
• Shape the future of nursing through education, mentorship and leadership
• Enjoy a rewarding role where you can influence graduate nurse development, support clinical excellence, and help build a confident, capable nursing workforce across Te Tai Tokerau

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 Nurse Educator Support First Year of Practice (SFYP), you will play a pivotal role in supporting graduate nurses as they transition from study into professional nursing practice. Based within the Nursing Directorate, you will design, coordinate and deliver education programmes that promote safe, evidence-based care while fostering confidence, professional growth and clinical excellence.

Working collaboratively with nurse leaders, educators and multidisciplinary teams across Te Tai Tokerau, you will provide mentorship, coaching and professional support to graduate nurses throughout their Supported First Year of Practice journey. This is a rewarding opportunity to influence the next generation of nurses while contributing to workforce development, quality improvement initiatives and equitable health outcomes for our communities.

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About the Team/Service/Location

The Nursing Directorate leads initiatives that strengthen nursing practice, professional development and workforce capability across Te Tai Tokerau. As part of a collaborative team of nurse educators and nursing leaders, you will work across clinical services to support graduate nurses and contribute to a culture of continuous learning, innovation and excellence in patient care.

Based in Whangārei, Northland offers an exceptional lifestyle with easy access to stunning beaches, native forests, outdoor activities and vibrant communities, providing the perfect balance between meaningful work and quality of life.

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About you

As an experienced registered nurse and educator, you will be passionate about developing others, advancing nursing practice and supporting equitable health outcomes for Māori and all communities across Te Tai Tokerau.

• Registered Nurse with a current practising certificate with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
• Postgraduate qualification in nursing or health-related field, with a commitment to ongoing postgraduate study
• Experience in clinical teaching, mentoring, coaching and supporting professional development
• Strong understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and a commitment to achieving equitable health outcomes for Māori
• Advanced clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills and the ability to build effective relationships across teams

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 13 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team at NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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