Te Whatu Ora invites GPs to apply for membership of the Renal Regional Clinical Service Network (Renal RCSN) as a primary care representative.
The Renal Regional Clinical Service Network brings together clinical and operational leaders from across Te Manawa Taki to guide renal service delivery, equity, and workforce sustainability.
As a member you will
Help shape regional renal priorities and service improvements.
Share the perspectives of patients, whānau, and primary care.
Strengthen communication between the network and local services.
Contribute to the regional renal work plan.
Membership expectations
Membership includes nephrologists, clinical and operational managers, allied health, primary care, and equity assurance representatives.
Monthly meetings (mostly online via Teams).
Sharing information with and gathering feedback from local teams.
Active contribution to discussions and project work.
Key dates
EOIs close: 12 September 2025, 4pm
Outcome notification: 19 September 2025
Next Renal RCSN meeting: 25 September 2025, 3.30pm (online)
For more information and to apply, please email Suzanne Andrew, Te Whatu Ora programme manager, by 12 September 2025, 4pm.
See the Renal RCSN terms of reference.
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