Clinical Nurse Specialist, Infection Prevention & Control Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity Clinical Nurse Specialist Infection Prevention and control – 0.8FTE, permanent position! An exciting opportunity is available for a highly motivated and innovative nurse for the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist in Infection control at Health NZ Te Whatu Ora Counties Manukau.
We are seeking applications from experienced senior registered nurses looking to make Infection Control their career direction.
The role of the CNS in infection control is exciting and unique. We are looking for a registered nurse with a special interest in infection prevention and control and hand hygiene, with prior post graduate education, surveillance/auditing, excellent communication and presentation skills, is a team player, computer savvy, and has a genuine commitment to quality and service. You don't have to fulfil all the requirements of the position, so applications are open to all Registered nurses interested in the next step of their nursing career.
The successful applicant will work alongside a team of experienced IPC nurse specialists, admin and operational lead, in collaborations with a multi-disciplinary infection control service.
The successful applicant will have: NZ nursing registration with a current Annual Practising Certificate Minimum 5 years clinical nursing experience in New Zealand Be legally entitled to work in New Zealand A minimum PDRP of proficient or Expert. Great working hours: Mon-Fri, no nights, no pm shifts no Weekends. You will be joining a fantastic dynamic team An opportunity to grow both as a person and as a professional Leadership role: as a senior nurse you will have the opportunity to lead and influence infection prevention and control strategies within our organisation. You will play a pivotal role in shaping polices, implementing best practice and fostering a culture of infection prevention Continuous learning and professional development entitlement Financial recognition of senior nursing levels as per nationally agreed multi-employer collective agreement Join our infection control team and be part of a highly specialised and impactful field that safeguards patient safety. Apply today to embark on an exciting journey of professional growth and contribute to the wellbeing of our patients.
Me peehea te tuku tono | How to apply Please submit your application online, outlining your experience and motivation to apply to this role and attaching your updated CV and Covering Letter.
Note: this is not a hybrid role. Happy to discuss FTE.
For an informal discussion regarding the role please contact Rachel Miranda, Infection Prevention and Control Operations Manager on (09) 276 0044 ext 52964 or Fran Upoko (09) 276 0044 ext 53449 in the Recruitment Centre or to apply ONLINE please visit our website http://www.countieshealthjobs.com
Job number: CMH202413319 At Counties Manukau Health people and their lives matter to us. We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to delivering the best health outcomes for our community. To help us achieve this we need a workforce that reflects the population we serve. We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds who share our values and have a passion to work in our community and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Maaori and Pacific communities. We are also committed to our Disability Strategy, which focuses on people with disabilities; they are our patients, whaanau, community and our staff - all carefully considered in our action plan. Together we will improve the accessibility needs for everyone who has a disability. Our values are Valuing Everyone- Whakawhanaungatanga , Kind –Manaakitanga, Together –Kotahitanga, Excellent- Rangatiratanga. If these are your values too, then join us today.
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