The Engine of The New New Zealand

Nursing

You might not find one who’ll admit it, but doctors wouldn’t last five minutes without nurses.

They combine the fine art of caring with scientific skills and knowledge. Nurses perform treatments and procedures as prescribed by physicians and nurse practitioners. But they don’t just care for the sick and infirm – they also educate patients in the issues of healthy living and wellness.

Today’s nurses are more knowledgeable and skilled than ever before, well-trained in how the human body functions both when it’s healthy and when it’s not. They are the front line in New Zealand’s health care, often using their analytical skills to assess and monitor patient health well before a doctor gets involved.

Find out more about careers in this area, and how you can do it too.

What career will I have?

Nursing is one of the most rewarding careers, with a focus on supporting people, families, and communities to manage a wide range of health challenges.

Nurses are involved in all areas of health care and can choose to specialise in particular areas, such as intensive care, community mental health, aged care, or children and adolescent nursing. They can also become a specialist in particular conditions, such as diabetes, respiratory care, or cancer nursing. Nurses can also choose to develop careers in health management, research, and teaching.

There’s a worldwide, long-term shortage of workers in nursing. It’s fair to say that if you’re qualified, you’ll have little (if any) trouble finding a job just about anywhere.

How you can do it too

Admission to Massey’s Nursing programme is by selected entry. Entrants must be of good character and of good health – so stay out of trouble.

In addition to the basic requirements for university entry, you’ll need 14 credits or more of NCEA Level 3 Biology. You’ll need to submit to a criminal background check and a health screening. You’ll also be required to have a current Comprehensive First Aid Certificate.

The three-year programme has both theoretical and clinical components – you’ll be required to complete a minimum of 1200 hours of supervised clinical practice.

Once you complete the full programme, you’ll be eligible to sit the State Final Examination and apply to the Nursing Council of New Zealand for registration as a comprehensive nurse.

Check out why Massey is a great place to study nursing, or get in touch with us if you have more questions.

Why Massey?

Massey University’s Bachelor of Nursing is a nationally and internationally recognised, high quality nursing programme with our graduates welcomed across New Zealand and overseas.

The three year integrated programme provides the clinical expertise and theoretical knowledge required to work as a registered nurse.

The programme includes science and social science related to health, which is integrated into nursing knowledge. Clinical learning takes place in many different areas including surgical, emergency, medical, mental health, and primary care services. Experienced registered nurses employed as clinical teachers support students throughout their clinical experience.

The Bachelor of Nursing degree prepares graduates to be knowledgeable and skilful professional nurses, able to practise in a range of settings. Our graduates make a vital contribution to the health of individuals and communities.