Empowering New Zealand Nurses for Excellence in Healthcare

Residential Eldercare Services have been working with, and have been owned and operated by Nurse Practitioners and General Practitioners for the last 14 years in the Waikato. We work in a supportive group manner covering all aspects of eldercare, general medical care and palliative care throughout the Waikato area. We are looking for another Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Practitioner Intern to join our growing practice. We have extensive experience in taking Nurse Practitioners through their...

This link will take you to the notification of the decision to award Principal Supply Status for permanent coronary drug-eluting stents (DES) to Medtronic New Zealand Limited (“Medtronic”) Medtronic’s Resolute Onyx DES will be listed on the Pharmaceutical Schedule and available for Health NZ hospitals at a reduced price from 1 June 2026. If you need any further information please visit our website. Ngā mihi Mikka Nocete | Device Category Manager ______________________________________________...

Kaiwhakamahereora | Counsellor, Outreach Can you offer support to people from a range of backgrounds and cultures? Have you got experience providing phone counselling, nursing triage, or holistic need assessment? Do you have a completed (or nearly completed) tertiary qualification in counselling, nursing, social work, or a related field? Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the role Te Herenga Waka - Victoria University of Wellington is currently recruiting a Kaiwhakamahereora - Counsellor,...

Pharmac is reviewing how it funds medicines for people with exceptional clinical circumstances (including the Named Patient Pharmaceutical Assessment - NPPA), and we want to hear from you. We’ve heard that the current Exceptional Circumstances Framework can be difficult to understand and doesn’t always work as well as it should. This review is an opportunity to improve how the framework operates, and your feedback is important. Nothing will change during the review - applications will...

Please find attached a memo outlining the rationale and clinical use of the above combination in adult patients. This has been developed by the Health NZ Antimicrobial Stewardship Working Group in partnership with the Te Whata Kura Development Team. We encourage you to share this information widely across your networks. Ngā mihi nui, Sharon Gardiner(on behalf of the Health NZ Antimicrobial Stewardship Working Group and the Te Whata Kura Development Team) Sharon Gardiner FPS, MClinPharm, PhD...

Macrolides were evaluated using individual patient-level data on asthma control, as well as on severe exacerbations and harms1. Evidence certainty followed GRADE. Across 19 trials (1825 patients), macrolides improved asthma control 40.6% vs placebo (21.6%); achieved a ≥ 0.5-point improvement (high certainty); likely reduced severe exacerbations (incidence rate ratio 0.75; moderate certainty); and modestly improved quality of life. Serious adverse events and mortality showed little to no...

Join our thriving urban practice in the Western BOP and work in a friendly and relaxed environment like no other! Nurse Practitioner required at Bethlehem Medical Centre Work Life Balance No weekends or after hours + protected time for administration Support to manage your inbox when you are away on annual leave. What We Offer An established patient list waiting for you. A chance to utilise the full repertoire of your NP skills in a supportive environment Access to our CME program and...

Hon Simeon Brown Minister of Health 12 May 2026 Recognising the extraordinary contribution of nurses International Nurses Day is an opportunity to recognise the extraordinary role nurses play in caring for New Zealanders at every stage of life, Health Minister Simeon Brown says. “Whether supporting patients in emergencies, caring for people in their communities, helping new parents, or delivering specialist treatment, nurses are there during some of the most important moments in...

Codeine phosphate (Noumed) 30 mg (Pharmacode: 2643219) There is stock available. We have had reports that some pharmacies have experienced restrictions on supply of codeine. The supplier is working with wholesalers to understand why this is happening. While stock may get low, we do not anticipate a complete outage. Colestyramine (Powder) 4 g sachet Supplies of colestyramine powder sachets will be limited (Pharmacode: 2662000). Pharmac is investigating funded alternatives. Rifampicin (Rifadin)...

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Below is the latest information on Pharmac consultations, notifications, and supply issues for Primary Care Prescribers for week 8 May 2026. It includes information on: New updates Resolved Supply Issues Supply issue: dexamfetamine 5mg tablets There is a supply issue affecting the Noumed brand of dexamfetamine 5 mg tablets. The supplier has advised that stock will be unavailable from April to June 2026. The Aspen brand of dexamfetamine 5 mg tablets is available. The excipients in the Aspen...

Flexible NP opportunities across North Island (0.2 – 0.8FTE) We’re seeking NPs for contract roles across the North Island to provide weekly rounds to Aged Residential Care (ARC) facilities, delivering high-quality care to older patients with complex needs. We currently have opportunities across Northland, Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Taranaki, Manawatu, Hawkes Bay, Wairarapa and Greater Wellington. You will work closely with onsite nurses and care teams to: Provide excellent clinical care to...

Enhance your Dermatology Expertise: Join Our Online Session this Saturday, 16 May. Join leading New Zealand dermatology specialists in this 4-hour webinar designed to help you navigate complex cases with confidence. All registrants will enjoy continued access to the full video recording, so you won’t miss a moment - even if you can’t attend live on Saturday. Enhance your Dermatology Expertise: Join Our Online Session this Saturday, 16 May.Join leading New Zealand dermatology specialists in...

Our latest selection of CPD options for you: High-risk cutaneous squamous cell carcinoma (cSCC) WEBINAR 12 May: Rajan Patel discusses the importance of early detection and timely management of high-risk cSCC. Register here Lipids, BP, and the metabolic syndrome puzzle WEBINAR 26 May: Consultant Cardiologist Gerry Wilkins on taming the trio: Lipids, BP, and the Metabolic Syndrome. Register here Management of Diabetes and CHF WEBINAR 2 June: Ryan Paul overviews a practical approach to best...

Haumaru Ōrite, Auckland City Hospital Permanent, full-time role (1.0 FTE, 0.5 FTE leadership role with 0.5 FTE clinical role) We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive 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. About the role This role is an exciting opportunity to work in our specialised Child and Family unit, Haumaru Ōrite. This is a 1.0 FTE role (0.5...

This link will take you to the proposal to enter into an agreement with Smith & Nephew for medical devices in the following categories: Surgical Implants Medical and Surgical Instruments and Power Tools Smith & Nephew’s range of medical devices are proposed to be listed on the Pharmaceutical Schedule under a Pharmac agreement from 1 July 2026. A list of products included in the proposal is attached. Pharmac welcomes feedback on this proposal. To provide feedback, please submit it in...

Accurately diagnosing and treating impetigo and intertrigo in infants is important because their skin barrier is immature, infections spread faster, and complications can escalate before anyone realises what’s happening. In her talk at the Practical Update day, Specialist Dermatologist Lisa Connelly will focus on the diagnosis and management of impetigo and intertrigo (cradle cap) in children while also distinguishing these conditions from atopic eczema. She will also discuss scabies...

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