Nurse Educator - Tumanako (Fixed term to 31/01/27)at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau116876.0 - 124480.0
Full-time, fixed term role covering a period of parental leave through to 31 January 2027Based on the Whangārei Hospital campus at our Tumanako Inpatient UnitWorking across Tumanako Inpatient and He Manu Pae Subacute UnitsHealth 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 RoleJoin our Mental Health and Addictions Service as a Nurse Educator, where youll lead and deliver high-quality clinical education across inpatient and subacute settings.
Youll play a key role in developing the nursing workforce, supporting staff capability, and promoting evidence-based practice to enhance patience outcomes. Working closely with clinical leaders, youll drive innovation, quality improvement, and a strong culture of learning.This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference impact on patient care and professional development in a supportive, multidisciplinary environment.This is a fixed term role until 31 January 2027, covering a period of parental leave.Click here to view the position description.About the Team/Service/LocationTumanako is a 29-bed purpose built unit, and He Manu Pae is a 6-bed subacute unit, that cares for adults over the age of 18 who live in the Northland area.
Situated on the Whangārei Hospital campus, our multidisciplinary team work closely together to create a supportive and recovery focussed environment for our whaiora. We are also committed to quality improvement, staff wellbeing and working collaboratively across services.For more information on living and working in Northland click hereAbout youThe successful applicant will have:Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current practicing certificateA relevant postgraduate diplomaPDRP at designated senior nursing levelAt least 3 years experience in mental health and addictions nursing, ideally with clinical teaching or mentoring experienceWorking 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 14 May 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera at NL-Jobs@TeWhatuOra.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.