Registered Nurse Intern - Diabetes at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato -
About the RoleThis full time position is designed to develop the registered nurse knowledge and skills in diabetes education and clinical management to an expert level. The internship consists of three nine month rotations across the major sub-specialty areas of the Diabetes Service and includes clinical supervision with a Clinical Nurse Specialist, support for post graduate study, professional supervision and preparation for prescribing.
At the completion of the Internship programme you will be prepared both academically and clinically to:Challenge Expert Level PDRPApply for accreditation as Diabetes Nurse SpecialistMeet the requirements for prescribing within the scope of diabetes care as set out by NZ Nursing CouncilApply for a senior nursing position within a diabetes speciality area of practice Cick here to view the position description.
About the ServiceTe Whatu Ora Waikato Regional Diabetes Service provides secondary level care to those within the Waikato Region. This expands as far as Coromandel, Taumarunui, Te Kauwhata and the Raglan coast. We have a large multi-disciplinary team and promote a positive approach to teamwork.
We are committed to and support the learning and development of our staff to give the best possible care to our patients. About youCurrent New Zealand Practicing certificateMinimum of three years post graduate experienceExperience working with people with both Type 1 and Type 2 diabetesAbility to apply Te Tiriti o Waitangi to improve health outcomes and equity for Māori.Full drivers licence Working for 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 online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59 pm on 2 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shivani Kulkarni at Shivani.Kulkarni@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.