Ms Anderson-Hawke's position will support the neonatal nurse practitioner endorsement training. The Master of Nursing has been redefined to prepare advanced nurse practitioners within a defined scope of practice. This collaborative process is facilitated by the establishment of joint appointments with health agencies such as National Women's Hospital. Ms Anderson-Hawke says the demand for neonatal nurse practitioners is growing. She says currently there are fewer than 20 practising in New Zealand.
Training is still at a developmental stage.
That's why Massey was the obvious choice as a tertiary provider. Because the school is still developing its nursing programmes we can help shape and direct the training delivery to reflect New Zealand nurses' needs. Advanced neonatal nurse practitioners make independent diagnoses and manage the health care of sick newborns and their families in consultation and with general supervision from a physician. They are also expected to undertake further education and research in their speciality field. Let us know of stories we should cover .