- Waikato Hospital
- Part time up to 20 hours per fortnight
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
The Opportunity
Be at the forefront of creating and managing life-saving education for colleagues all across the region and directly impacting patient care in our community.
Join a small team comprising 3 Resuscitation Coordinators, a Simulation Technician, an Administrator, and a Clinical Lead at the Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre. You will report to the Clinical Lead and be supported to work with your team as well as autonomously to achieve success in Resuscitation education for our region.
About the Team/Service
The Clinical Skills and Simulation Centre is the only purpose-built training facility in the Waikato. We are responsible for the resuscitation education of over 8,000 employees and providing support to many thousands more in other skill and simulation-based sessions. We are dedicated to fostering a culture of openness, innovation and improvement to do our jobs to the best of our abilities. Multidisciplinary teamwork is at the core of what we do, and networking is essential to our growth and reach. Exceptional resuscitation skills are critical for patient safety, and we are passionate about the role we play in keeping our patients and community safe.
About the Role
To be successful in this role you must be a self-starter and able to identify and undertake projects and work on your own initiative and drive. This role will primarily be a teaching appointment providing education on CORE Advanced courses and Basic Life Support courses.
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Work within the team of resuscitation coordinators to provide resuscitation education to employees across the Te Manawa Taki region.
- Provide support and advice in the cardiac arrest/medical emergency team, providing clinical support as required if attending an event, or post review debrief.
- Identify, assess and document clinical risk with clinical practice/equipment and take appropriate action to make improvements.
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About you
Required skills and experience:
- NZRC instructor required, ideally more than 12 months experience.
- Expertise in all aspects of resuscitation practice.
- Experience working in an acute care environment.
- Knowledge of adult teaching and learning principles.
- Experience in providing training, education, team facilitation and coaching.
About Waikato Hospital - Hamilton
Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.
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Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here. All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 5 September 2025.
For any queries about the role please contact Rachel Spencer at [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
