Clinical Methods Course Patient Identifier (Nurse)

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading University. With over 6000 academic and professional staff supporting over 46,000 students, we are one of NZ’s largest employers.  We have eight academic faculties and 11 service divisions creating a diverse, dynamic and complex organisational culture that demands excellence.

Our lecturers and health researchers are regarded as experts in their fields, frequently directing global research projects designed to better the lives of New Zealanders and the world, and in turn passing this knowledge on to our students.

About the team | Mō tō mātou rōpū

The Waitemata Clinical Campus is part of the School of Medicine and is located at both North Shore and Waitakere Hospitals. The campus provides clinical education for medical students, primarily in Years 4–6 and hosts the Clinical Methods Course for Year 3 students – a 8-week programme introducing students to hospital life, and how to take and present a clinical history.

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

The Faculty of Medical and Health Sciences is seeking two Registered Nurses to support Year 3 medical students during the Clinical Methods Course – an important early introduction to clinical practice and the hospital environment.

These part-time roles will be based at Waitakere Hospital and North Shore Hospital, respectively, and will involve identifying and consenting suitable inpatients to take part in bedside teaching alongside Clinical Methods Tutors (doctors) and students.

These are part time, fixed-term positions from 19 August to 23 October 2025.

Please note that no work is required during the mid-semester University break from 1 September to 15 September 2025.

Vacancy 1 – North Shore Hospital

• 0.4 FTE (15 hours per week)
• Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings (before 12pm)

Vacancy 2 – Waitakere Hospital

• 0.2 FTE (7.5 hours per week)
• Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday mornings (before 12pm)

For a detailed overview of responsibilities, please refer to the relevant Position Description for Waitakere or North Shore.

Key responsibilities | Ngā kawenga matua

• Liaise with ward staff to identify suitable inpatient volunteers
• Approach and assess patients for willingness and clinical appropriateness to participate in teaching sessions
• Obtain and document verbal consent in patient notes
• Where appropriate, examine patients to confirm relevant clinical signs
• Prepare and share a patient list (including reserves) with Clinical Methods Tutors by 12.30pm each teaching day
• Ensure patients are aware participation is voluntary and that they may not ultimately be selected by teaching staff
• Act with cultural sensitivity and prioritise patient wellbeing at all times

These are part time (15 / 7.5 hours per week), fixed term positions. The salary range for these roles is between $72,000- $88,900 (pro rata) dependent on skills and experience.

About you | He kōrero mōu

You will be a New Zealand Registered Nurse with:

• A current Annual Practising Certificate
• A minimum of two years’ nursing experience
• Valid CPR and/or Advanced Life Support certification

You will also demonstrate:

• Cultural competence and a respectful, inclusive approach
• Strong organisational and communication skills
• The ability to build effective relationships with clinical and academic colleagues
• Calm, professional conduct in a fast-paced hospital environment

Please submit your application online by 30 July 2025. Your application should include a cover letter and CV outlining your suitability for the role and indicating your site preference (Waitakere or North Shore).

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s leading university and maintains significant computational, laboratory and analytic facilities. Auckland itself is frequently rated as one of the world’s most liveable cities. 

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

• Up to 6.75% company superannuation scheme
• A competitive salary with five weeks’ annual leave

In addition, we also offer career development programmes, discounted car parking, a generous parental leave allowance, childcare, and a number of other discounts on internal and external services. 

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

For a confidential conversation about either role, please contact:

Associate Professor Janak de Zoysa – [email protected]

Deborah Clifford – [email protected]

Please note we are happy to answer your questions but do not accept applications by email.

Equity

The University is committed to meeting its obligations under the Treaty of Waitangi and achieving equity outcomes for staff and students in a safe, inclusive, and equitable environment.  For further information on services for Māori, Pacific, women, LGBTQIATakatāpuiMVPFAFF+, people with disabilities, parenting support, flexible work and other personal circumstances go to www.equity.auckland.ac.nz