The New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO) represents more than 55,000 nurses and health workers.
- We are the leading professional body of nurses in Aotearoa New Zealand.
- Our members include nurses, midwives, students, kaimahi hauora, health care workers and allied health professionals.
- Our members are united in their professional and industrial aspirations.
- We are the nursing union in Aotearoa New Zealand.
- Te Runanga o Aotearoa is the arm through which our Te Tiriti o Waitangi partnership is articulated.
- Our members enhance the health and wellbeing of all people of Aotearoa New Zealand.
We negotiate salary and conditions for nurses, midwives and hospital aides working in the public and private sectors, other health professionals and health sector workers. We provide professional support and leadership for nurses and midwives and clinical development through special interest sections and colleges.
NZNO is committed to the representation of its members and the promotion of nursing and midwifery. NZNO embraces Te Tiriti O Waitangi and seeks to improve the health status of all peoples of Aotearoa/New Zealand through participation in health and social policy development.
Key services we provide to members
- Comprehensive Indemnity Insurance specially designed to cover the work members do. Learn more...
- Scholarships and Grants to support members in education, professional development and tough times. Learn more...
- Education and events including training seminars, study days and workshops on ethical, legal, professional and industrial issues for career development. Learn more...
- Kaitiaki Nursing New Zealand, NZNO's online journal which keeps members in touch with the world of nursing and health. Learn more...
- The NZNO Library, a collection of nursing research and resource material often not available elsewhere. Learn more...
- Industrial Services Team assistance with wage and working conditions negotiations and any disciplinary issues. Campaigning for change on key issues affecting members. Learn more...
- Professional Services Team nursing leadership, advocacy and support to enable members to provide safe and professional practice, and enhance the nursing profession. Learn more...
- Legal Services Team support from experienced lawyers when needed. Learn more...
- NZNO Colleges and Sections offer specialist support and professional development in 20 different nursing disciplines. Learn more...
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