Are you a Registered Nurse, looking for a new challenge?Make a direct impact on the health sector, through assessing international nurses.Casual and part time positions available: between 8am and 5pm Monday - Friday.Must hold a current APC and have 5+ years' experience nursing in New Zealand.We have an exciting opportunity for Registered Nurses to join our team on a casual or part time basis (week-days), as we set up and operationalise a custom-built Simulation and Assessment Centre in Merivale, Christchurch. The role of the examiner is to assess OSCE's (Objective Structured Clinical Examinations) for internationally qualified nurses who apply to register in Aotearoa.Te Whakahaerenga/The OrganisationNurse Maude is a well-known and highly regarded organisation, who have been providing healthcare services to the community for over 120 years. We have recently been contracted by the New Zealand Nursing Council to administer OSCEs as part of the registration process for internationally qualified nurses, to take place in a custom-built Simulation and Assessment Centre on our premises in Merivale, Christchurch.Te Mahi/About the PositionThe OSCE is a time-specific station-based examination, meaning one examiner is required in each examination room, to observe and assess the candidates in real-time, uploading results to the electronic system before the next candidate arrives.Located in central Merivale, the OSCE's will take place on week-days.Key aspects of the role include:Observing and assessing candidates' performance in the OSCE, using evidence-based assessment criteria matched specifically to the OSCE stations.Proficiently utilising the electronic assessment software.Providing support and assistance in the setup, calibration, inspection, maintenance and operation of simulation centre stations.Supporting and guiding human patient simulators (Assessment Support) in the simulation centre station.Ensuring the OSCE station is consistently set up, as outlined in the scenario instructions, for examinations in the Centre.Attending ongoing training and calibration sessions, as required, to ensure efficient and high-quality delivery of clinical examinations.Maintaining examination integrity of assessment processes at all times.He momo/About youTo be successful in this role you will have:A Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent).A current New Zealand APC, without restrictions or notifications.At least 5 years' experience working as a Registered Nurse in New Zealand.Experience working with/ supporting new graduate nurses.Demonstrated knowledge of and ability to apply the Health Practitioners Competence Assurance Act 2003 (HPCA).Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.Excellent interpersonal communication skills.Strong report writing ability.Strong IT skills, quick to learn.The ability to work under pressure and solve problems quickly.Sound understanding of the role of regulation in health.An open mind and positive outlook.If you meet the criteria above and would like to join our team on a permanent part time, or casual basis, we would love to hear from you - please note your preference for casual or part time work, as well as your broad availability in your cover letter.Ki te huanga/Benefits of working at Nurse MaudeAs well as joining a friendly and supportive team in a varied and rewarding role, Nurse Maude offers:Wellbeing - The wellbeing of our staff is very important to us. We offer discounts on a range of wellbeing activities including gym memberships, massages, eye tests and glasses, mole checks and denturesStaff Discounts - You will have access to a range of great staff discounts with our suppliersHealth Insurance- Discounted healthcare through Southern CrossStaff Development - We encourage and support personal and professional development through study and researchCatered lunch - when working in the Simulation and assessment centre, lunch is provided for staff and candidatesKi aro/Interested?We are now accepting applications online.If, after reading the full position description, you require any further information please send enquires through to ****** . Reference # 17608 Posted on 28 Feb 2024 Closes on 31 Mar 2024 12:00 Location(s) Christchurch Expertise Nursing, Registered Nurse, EN, Clinical Nurse Educator, Clinical Nurse Specialist, Registered Nurse Coordinator, Health Care Assistant #J-18808-Ljbffr
