Research Nurse Specialist

Fixed term Part time (0.6 FTE) position

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
We are looking for someone with a nursing background to assist our Clinical Trials Manager with our current projects, specifically for an HRC project grant in the Adult and Emergency Anaesthesia Department at Auckland City Hospital.
Your job will consist of identification and recruitment of patients, including approaching acute and elective patients, to discuss the study providing a cohesive and patient-focused explanation of the clinical trial; ensuring their understanding of their participation in the project, as well as intra-operative and post-operative management protocols are adhered to, coordination of follow-up of patients after they leave hospital and ensuring trial compliance with regulatory authorities.
The position is part time for 12 months and will include some out of hours work, covering on-call and weekends where necessary.
Nga Pukenga Motuhake | Important Skills
You will be a qualified nurse with the ability to assimilate and analyse information quickly.
Ideally, you will have an acute clinical background, with a comprehensive understanding of neurosurgical and interventional neurology, as well as recent experience in carrying out research activities including data analysis, critical appraisal and clinical audits will be ideal but not necessary along with an understanding of the government's health policy and the Treaty of Waitangi.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills will be an asset and familiarity with basic Excel and word processing and use of the internet is essential.
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
We are Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, Te Toka Tumai Auckland.
We provide health and disability services to more than half a million people living in central Auckland, regional services for Northland and greater Auckland, and specialist national services for the whole of New Zealand.
Our main sites are Auckland City Hospital, Greenlane Clinical Centre and Starship Children's Hospital, located in central Auckland.
We are part of Health New Zealand, the overarching organisation for New Zealand's national health service.
Health New Zealand leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels.
We are committed to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi and providing culturally safe care and aspire to having a workforce reflective of the communities we serve and achieving equitable outcomes for all.
Me pehea te tuku tono | How to apply
Advertising closes:
Tuesday 12th November 2024
Please submit your application online, outlining your experience and motivation to apply to this role.
If you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, or require information in an accessible format, please contact Michelle Kanth, Recruitment Consultant at
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