Academic Staff Member Nurse Practitioner (Casual)

at  Ara Institute of Canterbury

Casual

• Share your knowledge and skills with the next generation of nurses
• Work collaboratively in a well-established team with a strong reputation
• Make a difference in education in Aotearoa New Zealand

NGĀ PŪKENGA ME NGĀ WHEAKO - SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• A degree qualification in nursing or a related discipline.
• Nurse Practitioner with current NZ Practicing Certificate and 3+ years experience full time clinical experience as a nurse practitioner.
• Current industry/discipline knowledge.
• Clinical and educational qualifications and skills that support teaching of nursing and advanced practice nursing.
• Vision, innovation and a commitment to facilitating own and others’ learning.
• Digital literacy including - competence using a computer and experience with online learning modalities.
• Works collaboratively and co-operatively, contributes to teams.
• Recognises diversity positively (cultural, socioeconomic, age, ability).
• Sound professional judgment and integrity.
• Passionate about nursing and the opportunities to improve practice or give back to nursing through education.

MŌ MĀTOU - ABOUT US

Ara Institute of Canterbury a business division of Te Pūkenga (Ara), is a vibrant and progressive tertiary institute providing world-class, tertiary-level education throughout the Canterbury and Waitaki region. Our talented employees, innovative business collaborators and supportive community partners are passionate about the role they play in our learners’ success.
As a business division of Te Pūkenga, Ara is committed to giving effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and delivering services in a manner that responds with excellence to the needs of Māori learners and their whānau, as well as the aspirations of iwi and Māori communities throughout our catchment (including Māori employers). To deliver effectively on this commitment, Ara recognises the need for a culturally competent and confident workforce vertically and horizontally across our organisation.

You will work with a team of staff who are experienced nurse educators. Staff members are expected to work in the Nurse Prescribing and Nurse Practitioner pathway. This role requires a passion for nursing and nursing education, has an excellent reputation as a professional, and can contribute to undergraduate and/or postgraduate education and research. Participating in research projects is an expectation, with a level of involvement in research negotiated as part of the role.