We are currently looking for a Part Time Medical Advisor to join our team at NZ Police, the lead agency responsible for reducing crime and enhancing community safety. You will be working with a hard-working and enthusiastic team who are part of a high performing Safer People Medical Services team.

 As a Medical Advisor you will be providing primary care nursing services to NZ Police. You will be a registered Senior Nurse who will be based at RNZPC. You will provide assessments, medical advice and ensure the fitness and well-being of our people across a variety of workgroups, particularly our new recruits.  

 Key Accountabilities:

• You will act as a source of specialist information and advice in the medical clearance process.
• Strong communication skills and understanding of medical language as is relevant to medical assessments during the recruiting process into police
• Providing advice and recommendations to applicants following the outcome of the medical clearance
• Ensuring ongoing well-being of our people with regular check-ups and health promotion
• Administering vaccinations and providing occupational health services where applicable
• Look for opportunities for continuous improvement.

 What you'll bring

Being part of the Police whānau is about being our best to ensure our communities are safe and feel safe. Our Core Competencies provide a shared understanding of the behaviours, leadership and technical competence required for success at each level of Police. Whilst we are looking for skills, knowledge and experience relevant to the role, we also place high importance on your state of mind, the alignment of your values with ours, your ability to contribute to and build high performing teams, and the way that you lead yourself or others.

 Qualifications Required:

• Successful applicants must be a NZ Registered Comprehensive or General Nurse and ideally have, or willing to attain independent vaccinator status
• Successful applicants must have a minimum of five (5) years of contemporary knowledge and experience in general nursing, primary health care or occupational health.
• Successful applicants must have a valid Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) with the Nursing Council of NZ with no restrictions
• Previous demonstrated experience in Mental Health
• Excellent computer skills including Full Microsoft suite, Outlook & Medtech Evolution