About the role
The Regional Renal Nurse plays a key role in delivering Kidney Health New Zealand's clinical programmes and strengthening the organisation's presence and impact within communities across Aotearoa. As part of KHNZ's national clinical team, Regional Renal Nurses deliver community kidney health initiatives, provide trusted clinical information and support to people affected by kidney disease, and contribute renal expertise to KHNZ's education, advocacy and awareness activities. The role focuses on improving access to kidney health information and early detection for communities at higher risk of kidney disease, including Māori, Pacific peoples, rural communities and other populations experiencing inequities in kidney health outcomes.
Key responsibilities
Deliver KHNZ's community kidney health programmes, including kidney checks, screening initiatives and health promotion activities
Provide safe, evidence-based clinical education and support to individuals, whānau and communities
Respond to clinical enquiries received through KHNZ support channels, including phone and email enquiries
Provide accurate, compassionate and accessible information to people living with kidney disease, people at risk and their whānau
Contribute clinical expertise to the development, review and quality assurance of KHNZ education resources, campaigns and public information
Work collaboratively with other Regional Renal Nurses to ensure consistent, high-quality delivery of KHNZ clinical programmes nationally
Develop and maintain trusted relationships with renal services, primary care providers, community organisations, iwi, Māori and Pacific health providers and other stakeholders
Maintain accurate records of clinical activity, enquiries, programme delivery and outcomes
Maintain current New Zealand nursing registration and renal clinical competence
Participate in ongoing professional development relevant to the role
About you
Current New Zealand nursing registration
Experience working in renal nursing or another relevant clinical specialty
Demonstrated experience providing patient education, clinical advice and support to individuals and whānau
Experience delivering health promotion, screening, education or community-based health programmes is desirable
Experience working collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams, health providers or community organisations
Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application within health settings
Current New Zealand driver's licence and ability to travel as required
Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills, with the ability to provide safe and appropriate advice
Excellent communication skills, with the ability to explain complex health information clearly to a range of audiences
Strong patient and whānau-centred approach, with empathy, respect and a commitment to supporting people affected by kidney disease
About us
Kidney Health New Zealand has a national clinical team delivering community kidney health initiatives and providing trusted clinical information and support to people affected by kidney disease. The organisation contributes renal expertise to education, advocacy and awareness activities, working collaboratively to build clinical capability, strengthen community relationships and establish KHNZ as a trusted source of kidney health information and support.