In November, Te Whatu Ora announced funding for the primary and community sector to support the placement of 200 new graduate registered nurses (RN) into employment.
The initiative enables primary and community providers including rural, NGO’s and funded aged care facilities, to enhance their ability to attract and retain new graduate RNs. By focusing on strengthening recruitment within the funded sector, the initiative supports the growth and development of an Aotearoa New Zealand-trained nursing workforce, ensuring these essential settings are well-equipped to meet future healthcare needs.
Pinnacle and GPNZ are seeking further clarification from Te Whatu Ora and we’ll update practices once we have more information. In the meantime, information about funding, eligibility requirements and how to apply can be found on the Te Whatu Ora website.
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