Clinical Nurse Specialist Contact Tracer - Sexual Health Service

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha CanterburyChristchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand

13 hours ago

Job description

Permanent full time, 40 hours a week,Monday-Friday

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

About the Role

This is an exciting new position created as part of theNational HIV Action Plan. We are seeking a dedicated and proactive individualto lead HIV and syphilis contact tracing in collaboration with our Clinicalteams. This role is pivotal in supporting timely treatment, follow-up, andcommunity engagement to reduce transmission and improve sexual health outcomes.This role is responsible for providing a service from Ashburton toNelson / Blenheim and the Westcoast. Youwill work closely with your counterpart who will look after Timaru down toInvercargill. You will use a variety of contact methods including face to faceand telehealth. You may be required to travel, at times.

You’ll play a key role inadvancing sexual health initiatives, reducing transmission rates, andsupporting individuals and communities to access timely care. This is anopportunity to make a meaningful impact in a dynamic and supportiveenvironment.

Lead HIV and syphilis contact tracing processes alongside the CSHS team, Christchurch Hospital Infection ManagementService, Public Health, Primary care, and any other service that requiresspecialist contact tracing.

Maintain and organise follow-up appointments post-syphilis treatment.

Ensure completion of contact tracing and accurate documentation.

Support doctors' clinics with treatment coordination.

Conduct contact tracing discussions following treatment.

Monitor Emergency Department STI, HIV, and syphilis results, ensuring appropriate referral and treatment.

Complete follow-up blood tests and review results with the SMO team.

Provide outreach in the community for at-risk individuals and contacts.

Support Clinical staff in Infection ManagementService activities.

Deliver education and liaison support for community services.

About You

Strong organisational and communication skills.

Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

Experience in sexual health, public health, or community outreach is desirable.

Commitment to confidentiality, cultural safety, and patient-centred care.

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 Wednesday19 th November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at

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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South Island - Canterbury - Christchurch

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