Clinical Nurse Educator | Coach - Operating Theatre, Whangarei

Clinical Nurse Educator | Coach - Operating Theatre Published: 16/12/2024 Job Location: Kensington/Whangarei/New Zealand Job Type: Permanent Work Type: Full Time Category: Healthcare, Nursing&Midwifery The Role: Reporting to the Theatre Manager, as a Clinical Nurse Educator / Coach, you will work closely with the Learning and Development Coordinator and the Theatre team. Offering hands-on coaching and supporting the professional development of nursing staff, students, and new graduates, you will model and share best practice in Theatre Nursing.You will champion and foster a culture of continuous learning while ensuring adherence to best practice standards, providing pastoral care, and promoting a positive, collaborative working environment. Key Responsibilities: Promote a supportive learning environment within the operating theatres.Provide on-job clinical coaching to new and experienced theatre nurses. Support the development of confidence and competence in clinical skills. Work with theatre managers and coordinators to identify learning opportunities. Offer pastoral support to nursing staff, ensuring their well-being and professional growth.Collaborate with the Learning and Development Coordinator on training initiatives. Monitor, assess, and develop competency across the theatre teams. Uphold health and safety standards, ensuring a safe and compliant workplace. Skills and Qualifications: Essential: Minimum of 3 years of experience in Operating Theatres.Experience across all key specialties including Orthopedics, General, Gynae and ENT. Strong clinical knowledge and skills in the theatre environment. Proven experience in mentoring and clinical teaching. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills. Proactive attitude with a passion for continuous learning and improvement.Highly Desirable: Expert PDRP or working towards it. Postgraduate qualification in health professional education. What We Offer: A collaborative and supportive work environment. Opportunities for professional development and growth. The chance to make a meaningful impact on the careers of healthcare professionals.How to Apply: Fill out the application form below. Click the green button - Apply Now - to submit your application. If the green button says - Continue Application Next Page - please ensure you complete the form on the next screen to finalize your application. Important: Double check that your email is entered correctly.Application updates are sent from Chilli Factor recruitment software. Please check your inbox (and junk mail) for updates. The recruitment team may text message your mobile number to update you on your application. Text responses cost your normal text rate. You can opt for Txt Free Reply. Application FormQuestions marked with * require an answer. First Name * : Last Name * : Phone 1 * : (primary mobile) Phone 2: Email * : Address * : City * : Province/State: Postal Code: Country * : LinkedIn Profile: Referral Source * : Are you currently employed by our company?: Yes / No Message: Income Type:Income Amount: To: What type of New Zealand driver license do you hold? * Are you legally entitled to work in New Zealand? * Yes / No Please enter your country of citizenship or residency, or current work permit status (including type of visa, expiry date, and visa #). Details * : AttachmentsResume/CV: You can add or change attachments on the second page of this application form. Kensington Private Hospital is Northland's only private surgical hospital offering a wide variety of surgical specialties. The facility opened in 2001 with three operating theatres and 19 beds. We now have five operating theatres and a 21-bed inpatient suite, with plans for further expansion.Located in the beautiful Northland region, which offers lifestyle opportunities based around coastlines and cultural heritage. Northland has a subtropical climate with over 100 beaches in the Whangārei district. Many surgeons are recognized nationally and choose Northland for its lifestyle. We pride ourselves on having a supportive, professional, caring, and proactive team. Our nursing staff contribute significantly to patient care and are selected for their clinical ability and friendly, caring approach. We aim to provide excellent surgical and nursing care to ensure a pleasant and comfortable patient experience.At Kensington Private Hospital, we are committed to growing our team with individuals who share our values of high-quality patient care, teamwork, and culture. #J-18808-Ljbffr