Clinical Nurse Specialist - Infection Prevention And Control

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Infection Prevention and ControlPermanent, part-time role (0.7 FTE, 56 hours per fortnight)Salary range : $116,000 to $127,000 p.a. pro-rata and KiwiSaverHealth 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 roleThe Infection Prevention and Control Service (IPC) is a district-wide service with the primary role of monitoring and reducing the risk of infections acquired in hospitals and other healthcare settings.

We are proud of our supportive and collaborative environment and are looking for a talented RN to join our small team to continue our essential service.In the role of Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will be providing specialist nursing care and expert advice to support staff in the management of care delivery for Infection Prevention and Control within a variety of settings including Hospital, other public health settings, and Aged Residential Care (ARC).

The main responsibilities of your role will include (but are not limited to) : Preparing for and responding to newly emerging viral infections within the hospital and ARC communityWorking as part of a multi-disciplinary teamProviding specialist, evidence-based advice, care, support, and expertiseProviding education and support for all staff on all aspects of the Infection Prevention and Control ProgrammeModelling expert clinical skills, promoting best practice, facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration and providing educationSupporting the implementation of Nga Parewa Health and Disability Services standard (NZS

• ) Part 5 : Infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardshipActive involvement in quality improvement initiatives that improve the care of patientsHealth New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.

We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.

We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.You will : have a current practicing certificate - this is an essential requirementhave excellent time management and organisational skillsbe experienced and credible within the nursing professionbe a role model and excellent communicatorhave a relevant post-graduate qualification or be working towards onehave a driver's licence (essential).

Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.Salary rangeThis role belongs to the DHB / NZNO Collective Agreement and falls between Grade 2, Step 1 ($116,040 p.a. pro-rata) and Grade 2, Step 3 ($127,674 p.a. pro-rata) of the Senior Nurse Salary Scale.How to applyTo apply please click 'apply now'.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Tuesday, 28 October

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury at

Please apply via our website .

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