Clinical Nurse Specialist - Sexual Health
Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Christchurch Health Campus
- Part time 0.7FTE (28 hours per week) , Fixed term parental leave cover through to January 2026
- Hours of work are Tuesday/Thursday/Friday 0900 - 1730 and Wednesday 1100 -1500
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we - re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Service
The Christchurch Hospital Sexual Health Centre (SHC) is a specialist hospital outpatient clinic that provides confidential and specialised management of sexually transmitted infections, HIV and sexual health related concerns. We are a community service for people over the age of 13 years, needing tests, treatments and follow-up for sexually transmitted infections, and and associated genital problems.
About the Role
Supporting the current CNS, registered nurse, and nurse aide team to provide:
- Advice and direction to facilitate self-collected testing to screen for sexually transmitted infections both onsite at our Upper Riccarton clinic and at community-based outreach clinics.
- Treatment for chlamydia, gonorrhoea, trichomoniasis, and herpes as per the New Zealand Sexual Health guidelines and the CSHS Medication Standing Orders.
- Emergency contraception as per the Family Planning guidelines.
- Surveillance and management of laboratory test results, patient notification of positive results, and booking of appropriate appointments to access required treatment.
- Phlebotomy as per Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora protocols.
- Triaging of requests for care via phone call.
The CSHS nurses are experienced and supportive, and are excited to welcome a new addition, with an appreciation of the skills and perspectives that you would bring to this collaborative nursing team.
About you
We are seeking an experienced Sexual Health RN with advanced clinical expertise and leadership abilities to drive best practices and support the development of nursing staff. You will be recognised as an expert within Sexual Health and demonstrate a commitment to education, quality improvement and collaborative care.
Skills and Qualifications
- Expert clinical assessment skills and proven experience in the specialty area.
- Postgraduate qualification in nursing (e.g., PG Diploma) or working towards one.
- Strong teaching, mentoring, and leadership abilities, with a track record of supporting staff development.
- Proven ability to lead quality initiatives, develop nursing standards, and contribute to professional growth.
- Ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a team, demonstrating innovation and proactive problem-solving.
- Registered with the Nursing Council of NZ with a current APC.
- 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.
- Certification in prescribing emergency contraception, independent vaccination, or as a registered smear taker is advantageous.
- Qualification as a Nurse prescriber is highly advantageous.
- Experience in projects / initiatives which give
effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of
Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in
healthcare settings.
Working for Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellnesses. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion
We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Friday 17th January. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Nila Gopal onNila.gopal@tewhatuora.govt.nz