New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing

Summary

The purpose of the New Zealand Diploma in Enrolled Nursing is to prepare enrolled nurses who are accountable and responsible for their own nursing practice, ensuring the delivery of safe, ethical and person‑centred health care that is consistent with their education, demonstrated competence, and relevant legislation. Enrolled nurses graduating from this qualification reflect the knowledge, concepts and worldviews of both tangata whenua and tangata Tiriti, grounded in Kawa Whakaruruhau and the principles of cultural safety.Enrolled nurses work in partnership with individuals, whānau and communities, and collaborate closely with registered nurses and the wider interprofessional health care team to provide equitable, informed nursing care across the lifespan. They are an essential part of the health workforce, contributing to high‑quality care in a range of settings including acute and rehabilitation services, mental health, community and primary care, medical centres and aged‑care facilities and meets the Nursing Council of New Zealand requirements for application for registration within the enrolled nurse scope of practice. For those who are compassionate, patient and motivated to support the wellbeing of others, this 18‑month programme provides a supported pathway into a rewarding and meaningful career in health care.Through a blend of classroom theory sessions, clinical environment simulation, and clinical placements you will learn:Nursing ProfessionApplied Social ScienceCultural Safety/Kawa Whakaruruhau/Te Tiriti o WaitangiApplied Structure and Function of the Human bodyClinical SkillsNursing PracticeAcute CareMental Health and AddictionsRehabilitationOn successful completion of this programme graduates will be eligible to apply to Nursing Council of New Zealand to sit the NCNZ State Exam and register as a qualified Enrolled Nurse.