Speciality Clinical Nurse - Communicable Diseases - Northern Region - NPHSat Te Whatu Ora -

Clinical Nurse Specialist

• Communicable Diseases
• Northern Region
• NPHSBased in Te Tai Tokerau, working across the Northern RegionFull-time permanent positionContribute to creating a more equitable and people-centred health systemHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

About the RoleThe Clinical Nurse Specialist plays a key role in providing advanced specialist care and coordinating support for individuals and whānau affected by communicable diseases across both healthcare and community settings, including:supporting integrated models of care across the continuum of health servicesActs as a clinical resource, offering expert advice and education to nursing and wider health teamsModels a commitment to leading new ways of working that align with and advance Pae OraAbout the Team/Service/ LocationThe National Public Health Service (NPHS) Northern Region works in partnership with Iwi and Māori communities to deliver services that are Tiriti honouring, culturally responsive, and centred on the needs of whānau.

This position is based in Te Tai Tokerau, working across the Northern region.About youWe are seeking an experienced Public Health Communicable Diseases nurse who is NZ‑registered with a current APC, holds (or is working toward) a postgraduate qualification, and has achieved at least Level 4 on the Professional Development and Recognition Programme.

You are a strong team player with excellent relationship-building skills, effective time management, and the ability to prioritise and deliver proactively.We are looking for someone who advocates for equitable outcomes for Māori, Pacific peoples, disabled people, Rainbow communities, and refugee populations.

You will be confident championing Te Tiriti o Waitangi in service delivery and supporting the development and advancement of kaimahi Māori, Pacific peoples, and others across the workforce.You will bring:Minimum of 3 years' experience in communicable diseases or public health Postgraduate qualification in nursing (or working toward) Demonstrated ability to contribute to the professional development of nursing staff Current annual practising certificate Has experience in working with iwi/ hapū and Māori communities Proven relationships with Pacific communities and leaders Minimum 5 years in varied environments with responsibilities for achieving equitable health outcomes and responsive to Te Tiriti o Waitangi A commitment to being a good Te Tiriti partner in all your actions.

This includes an understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the ability to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in this role Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Adele Edmonds-Woolf at adele.edmonds-wollf@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.