Empowering New Zealand Nurses for Excellence in Healthcare
Bicultural Structure
Membership includes belonging to a bicultural organisation focused on professional nursing issues and community health.
Insurance Coverage
Members receive up to $1 million indemnity insurance in New Zealand (not applicable for retired members). (Conditions apply).
Access to Publications
Members have access to the ‘Nursing Praxis in Aotearoa New Zealand’ journal.
Influence and Networking
Members contribute to a significant influencer in health policy decision-making and join a dynamic network of professional nurses committed to high standards of practice.
23 July 2026
Flexible NP opportunities across New Zealand (0.2FTE and above)
We’re seeking NPs for contract roles across NZ to provide weekly rounds to Aged Residential Care (ARC) facilities, delivering high-quality care to older patients with complex needs. We currently have opportunities across Northland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki, Manawatu, Hawkes Bay, Wairarapa, Greater Wellington, Blenheim, Nelson and Christchurch. Immediate opportunity – Palmerston North (6-8 hours/week) We're particularly keen to hear from NP's based in Palmerston North or the...
22 July 2026
Don’t forget to refer to Alcoholics Anonymous
The evidence for Alcoholics Anonymous (AA) compared with other interventions, such as CBT, is that it is more effective for increasing abstinence. The effectiveness of AA/Twelve Step Facilitation is supported by 27 studies involving 10,565 participants1. Compared with clinical interventions like CBT, manualised AA/TSF shows higher continuous abstinence at 12 months (RR 1.21) with effects sustained to 36 months. For percentage days abstinent, AA/TSF performs similarly at 12 months and better...
22 July 2026
Nurse Practitioner – Clevedon Village Medical Centre
Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner with a background in general practice looking for a supportive, community-focused team? At Clevedon Village Medical Centre, we are committed to delivering high-quality primary healthcare to our growing rural and semi-rural community. We are seeking an experienced Nurse Practitioner to join our team for 24–40 hours per week, with flexibility to accommodate the right candidate. He angitūtanga: The Opportunity We are looking for a qualified and...
22 July 2026
New medicine supply notices
PediaSure strawberry 200ml bottle Due to an air freight delay, Abbott is out of stock of PediaSure liquid (strawberry), 200 ml bottle (Pharmacode: 2702762). More stock is due to arrive in New Zealand in mid-late July. > PediaSure strawberry 200 ml bottle: Supply issue Tamsulosin hydrochloride (Tamsulosin-Rex) cap 400 mcg Due to an upcoming supply issue, we're temporarily moving tamsulosin cap 400 mcg to monthly dispensing from 1 August 2026. This is to extend the available supply of...
20 July 2026
Nurse Practitioner (NP3+) – Contract (Minimum 6 Months) Hauora Health Centre | Nelson, New Zealand
3 Days per Week/0.6 FTE | $105 per Hour | Fixed-Term Contract Empowering Health. Caring for Community Hauora Health Centre is a progressive, patient-centred general practice committed to delivering high-quality, equitable healthcare to our diverse community. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Nurse Practitioner (NP3+) to join our team on a minimum six-month contract, working three days per week. This is an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner who enjoys autonomous clinical...
19 July 2026
Pharmac Update: Primary Care Prescribers | 17 July 2026
Below is the latest information on Pharmac consultations, notifications, and supply issues for Primary Care Prescribers for week 17 July 2026. It includes information on: New updates Resolved Supply Issues 17-07-2026 Pharmac Weekly Update to Prescribers in Primary Care Supply issue: candesartan (Candestar) (all strengths) Issues at the supplier's manufacturing site have led to limited supply of the funded brand of candesartan tablets in New Zealand. Pharmac has worked closely with the...
19 July 2026
Continuing Professional DevelopmentPodcasts | Webinars | Gems | eLearning | MedCases
Our latest CPD options for you: A new era of Hepatitis B: Eliminating HBV WEBINAR 21 July, 7.30pm. Ed Gane on how to improve patient outcomes and why a coordinated national strategy is key to advancing viral hepatitis elimination. Register here COVID vaccination and antivirals in 2026 WEBINAR 28 July, 7.30pm. Hasan Bhally on how COVID-19 vaccination reduces severe disease, especially in high-risk groups, and outlines practical community management of acute COVID-19. Register here ...
19 July 2026
New medicine supply notices
Betamethasone dipropionate (Diprosone) cr and oint Due to a manufacturing delay, the 0.05% (15g) of Diprosone cream and the 0.05% (50g) of Diprosone ointment are out of stock. Other pack sizes are available for both the ointment and cream. > Betamethasone dipropionate (Diprosone): Supply issue Oestradiol (Estradot) 100 mcg patch Stock of the 100 mcg Estradot brand of oestradiol patches (Pharmacode: 2358883) is low and may run out. The 100 mcg Estradiol TDP Mylan brand of oestradiol patches is...
19 July 2026
Pharmac Update: Primary Care Prescribers | 10 July 2026
Below is the latest information on Pharmac consultations, notifications, and supply issues for Primary Care Prescribers for week 10 July 2026. It includes information on: New updates Resolved Supply Issues 10-07-2026 Pharmac Weekly Update to Prescribers in Primary Care Supply issue: candesartan (Candestar) (all strengths) Issues at the supplier's manufacturing site have led to limited supply of the funded brand of candesartan tablets in New Zealand. Pharmac is working closely with the...
19 July 2026
Ministry of Health - Health Improvement & Innovation Digest
Issue 346 - 9 July 2026 Welcome to the fortnightly Health Improvement and Innovation Digest. The Digest has links to key evidence of interest, with access to new content arranged by topic. You can forward this newsletter to others who may be interested in receiving it. They can register and subscribe here. You can also access other recent issues of the digest here. If you have any queries, please email us at library@health.govt.nz. Article Access For articles that aren't open access, contact...
14 July 2026
Practice Nurse – Three Rivers Medical (Gisborne)
Permanent | 0.8 – 1.0 FTE (hours by agreement) Make a real difference where it matters most Join a large, high‑impact VLCA practice in Tūranganui‑a‑Kiwa (Gisborne), supporting a diverse community with significant Māori and high‑needs populations. This is meaningful mahi where you’ll contribute directly to improving health equity and whānau wellbeing. About Us Three Rivers Medical is a busy, multidisciplinary general practice delivering accessible, high‑quality primary care. Our approach is...
14 July 2026
Nurse Practitioner – Primary Care | Wai Health
Henderson, West Auckland | 0.8–1.0 FTE Practice with purpose. Lead change. Make a genuine difference for whānau WaiHealth is a growing kaupapa Māori primary healthcare service based in West Auckland, dedicated to delivering equitable, whānau-centred care that improves health outcomes for our community. We are seeking an experienced and passionate Nurse Practitioner to join our supportive and collaborative clinical team. This is an opportunity to work to your full Nurse Practitioner scope of...
13 July 2026
Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services
This is a Fixed Term full Time appointment for 5 years, with the possibility of extension(s). About the Opportunity This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of nursing and midwifery services across the North Metropolitan Health Service (NMHS). We are seeking an exceptional nursing and midwifery leader for the role of Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services at the NMHS. As the Executive Director Nursing and Midwifery Services, you will lead the design and commissioning of a...
13 July 2026
Experienced Practice Nurse (3 - 4 Days per week)
We’re looking for an experienced Practice Nurse with a focus on Urgent Care to join our friendly, supportive team 3 - 4 days per week. About Us: Whangamatā Medical Centre is a friendly, patient-focused general practice committed to providing high-quality care to our local community. Our team is supportive, collaborative, and dedicated to continuous improvement and excellent health outcomes. About the role: General practice nursing across all age groups Patient triage/Urgent Care and support...
9 July 2026
Senior Lecturer in Nursing
Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role As Senior Lecturer in Nursing you will contribute significantly to teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, and service within the School of Nursing and Midwifery. You will deliver research-informed teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate nursing programmes, contribute to curriculum development and paper leadership, and supervise honours, master's, and doctoral students. The role also involves fostering inter-professional collaboration,...
8 July 2026
Familial Hyperlipidemia: Stopping premature deaths
Familial Hyperlipidemia (FH) affects ~1 in 250 people and carries a 10-20 times higher risk of premature CVD1. Missed frequently & standard risk calculators underestimate risk. Suspect FH with LDL‑C ≥5.0 mmol/L (≥4.0 on treatment), total cholesterol ≥7.5 mmol/L, premature CVD in the patient or family (men < 55; women < 60), arcus senilis, tendon xanthoma, xanthelasma. Rule out secondary causes: steroids, antipsychotics, immunosuppressants, antiretrovirals. If suspected, check the criteria...
7 July 2026
Medicinal Cannabis Agency
The Misuse of Drugs (Medicinal Cannabis) Regulations 2019 (the Regulations) set the minimum quality standard that medicinal cannabis products and ingredients must meet before they can be supplied in New Zealand. Importers, manufacturers, and suppliers must apply for assessment and provide evidence to the Medicinal Cannabis Agency to verify that their products meet the minimum quality standard. Eqalis Full Spectrum CBD120 30 mL has been verified as meeting the minimum quality standard. More...
7 July 2026
Nurse Practitioner - Taupō Health Centre - Full-time
Looking for a role that combines professional satisfaction with an incredible lifestyle? At Taupō Health Centre, we are proud to provide high-quality, equitable healthcare to our community – and we would love you to join us. Our clinic is a busy General Practice with an on-site Urgent Care Clinic, caring for approximately for 11,000 enrolled patients, as well as providing care for casual patients. We also provide after-hours support on Saturdays and Public Holidays on a rostered basis in...
6 July 2026
New medicine supply notices
Insulin syringes: BD brand is moving to Embecta The BD brand of insulin syringes is being rebranded as “Embecta”. It is the same product, but the box looks different. The website has example pictures showing the change of in appearance of the boxes. > Insulin syringes: BD brand is moving to Embecta Promethazine 25 mg per ml, 2 ml ampoule All stock of this product in New Zealand (Pharmacode: 722952) is short-dated. A section 29 alternative has been listed. > Promethazine supply notice...
6 July 2026
Pharmac Update: Primary Care Prescribers | 3 July 2026
Below is the latest information on Pharmac consultations, notifications, and supply issues for Primary Care Prescribers for week 3 July 2026. It includes information on: New updates Resolved Supply Issues 03-07-2026 Pharmac Weekly Update to Prescribers in Primary Care Supply issue: candesartan (Candestar) (all strengths) Due to issues at the manufacturing plant, there is extremely limited supply of all strengths (4 mg, 8 mg, 16 mg, and 32 mg) of candesartan tablets (Candestar brand and...
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