MQSP Coordinator

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Maternity Quality and Safety Programme CoordinatorHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - South CanterburyTimaru HospitalFixed term 0.6 FTE until 31 March 2027Quality TeamMaternity ServicesLead Quality Improvement and Support Positive Outcomes Across Maternity ServicesHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu OraHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.About the RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Nurse or Midwife to join our team as the Maternity Quality and Safety Programme Coordinator on a fixed-term basis through to 31 March 2027.This role is responsible for supporting maternity clinical quality and safety initiatives across South Canterbury, working closely with maternity practitioners, managers, and stakeholders to drive quality improvement, service development, and best practice. The position provides leadership and coordination for quality and risk management activities, ensuring staff have access to the tools, information, and support needed to deliver safe, high-quality maternity care.Working collaboratively across hospital and community settings, you will coordinate clinical audits, contribute to regional improvement initiatives, support the development of policies and guidelines, analyse and communicate clinical data, and facilitate quality improvement projects that improve outcomes for women, babies, and whānau. You'll also play a key role in supporting consumer engagement and ensuring feedback informs service improvements.This is a unique opportunity to influence maternity services at a strategic level while contributing to meaningful improvements in the quality and safety of care delivered across South Canterbury.About the Team / Service / LocationThe role sits within the Quality Team and works closely with Maternity Services, hospital and community practitioners, governance groups, and multidisciplinary teams. You'll have the opportunity to work with passionate professionals who are committed to continuous improvement and delivering high-quality maternity care.Based in Timaru, South Canterbury offers an outstanding lifestyle with affordable housing, excellent schools, short commute times, and easy access to beaches, lakes, mountains, skiing, hiking, and cycling. It's the ideal place to enjoy a rewarding career while maintaining genuine work-life balance.About YouTo be successful in this role, you will have:Registration as a Registered Nurse or Midwife with a current Annual Practising CertificateExtensive nursing or midwifery experienceA strong interest in quality improvement, patient safety, and service developmentExcellent communication and relationship-building skillsStrong data analysis, reporting, and problem-solving abilitiesExperience facilitating change and supporting quality improvement initiativesSkills in project management and continuous quality improvement methodologiesThe ability to work effectively both independently and collaborativelyStrong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing prioritiesA commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable health outcomes for MāoriDesirablePostgraduate nursing, midwifery, quality, or risk management qualifications, or working towards oneKnowledge of quality and accreditation standardsExperience with clinical audit, quality improvement tools, and data analysisStrong computer skills, including Microsoft Office applicationsWorking for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.Salary RangeThis role is covered by the terms and conditions of the relevant collective agreement and salary will be in accordance with the applicable pay scale and dependent on experience.How to ApplyPlease apply for this vacancy online via the Health NZ Careers website.If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Becky Allen at becky.allen2@tewhatuora.govt.nz.If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as we may commence recruitment before the closing date once suitable applications are received.

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