Nau Mai, Haere Mai and Welcome to Kensington Health.
Kensington Health is an owner-operated practice which fosters a team approach to patient management and is a leading primary healthcare provider in Whangārei, serving the diverse communities of Te Tai Tokerau, Northland. One of our owners/directors is a Nurse Practitioner.
Our Kaupapa: Meeting the healthcare needs of our patients and wider community through connection and collaboration.
As a growing practice, we are constantly looking for talented healthcare professionals to join our team and contribute to our mission of providing the highest quality of care. We are seeking experienced, passionate, and dedicated Nurse Practitioners to join our team for full or part time positions. As an experienced NP you will be working with a team of skilled nurses and healthcare assistants, NP and GP colleagues, an experienced administration team, and everyone is supported by a dedicated Clinical Lead and General Manager.
Kensington Health operates Monday to Friday 8am to 5pm from our purpose-designed modern facilities within the Kensington Health Hub in Whangārei. Our enrolled population is just over 6,300 and we continue to invite patients to enrol with us.
Aligned to Mahitahi Hauora PHO, we provide general healthcare services, and we also offer the opportunity for specialist interests to be built into this role. We are especially proud to have a Nurse Practitioner as an Owner Director and actively encourage developmental pathways for our team to enhance the crucial part that nurses can play within modern day General Practice.
With a strong focus on patient-centred care, we are committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services and improving the overall health and wellbeing of our patients and their whānau. As a Nurse Practitioner, you will play a key role in providing high-quality, comprehensive healthcare to our diverse patient community. This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional care to our region.
We are an accredited, Neighbourhood Healthcare Homes practice and are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and actively encompass these within our daily lives. We are an innovative, teaching practice with Foundation Standard accreditation and working towards Cornerstone.
We are passionate about nurses and their development. We regularly provide mentorship for nurse practitioner interns and have ‘grown our own’ nurse prescribers who work collaboratively within the team.
We are dedicated to supporting the wellbeing and professional growth of our employees. We offer a competitive remuneration package, and you'll also have access to ongoing training and development opportunities.
Our website: www.kensingtonhealth.nz / Facebook: Kensington Health Whangārei
Do you have what we are looking for?
- A current registration with the NZNC as a Nurse Practitioner and current APC is essential
- Evidence of current professional indemnity insurance
- Demonstrate a strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and an understanding of the socio-economic and cultural determinants of health
- Is committed to continuous quality improvement and professional development
- Passion to improve healthcare access across the practice population
- An in-depth knowledge of and interest for primary health care is an advantage
- Ability to demonstrate advanced clinical nursing practice including working autonomously to conduct physical assessments, diagnose, and treat common conditions, provide screenings, and prescribe medications
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and able to build strong relationships with team members, patients, whānau, and external health professionals
In addition, we offer the following benefits for Nurse Practitioners:
- Attractive employment package (with all breaks fully paid)
- An experienced, supportive and collaborative team
- A beautiful Te Tai Tokerau, Northland location with purpose-built new facilities
- Standard appointments of 20 minutes duration – face-to-face or telehealth
- AI in-consult scribing
- APC and Indemnity Insurance Covered
- An Annual Shopping Day and an Annual Wellbeing Day
- Mentorship and collegial support
- Excellent communication networks: Start of day team “Huddle” daily, weekly clinical meeting including peer specific meetings, and regular full team meeting
- We are on Medtech Evolution, and training can be provided if needed
You must have current registration to practice.
- Applicants must reside and be eligible to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand, and will be subject to Vulnerable Children's Act clearance (including Police Check)
Employer questions
If you choose to send your application through to us, please answer the following questions:
- Do you have the right to work in Aotearoa, New Zealand?
- How many years' experience do you have as a nurse practitioner in primary care?
- How much notice are you required to give your current employer?
- Are you currently registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand?
Please send your C.V. and cover letter directly to our friendly reception team at: reception@kensington.health.nz
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