More Māori nurses urgently needed in New Zealand health system
Friday 7 February 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated In this story New Zealand Nurses Organisation
The Nurses Organisation is calling for an increase in Māori nurses to better reflect the population. Kaiwhakahaere Kerri Nuku stated that while Māori make up approximately 17 per cent of New Zealanders, they represent only 7 per cent of the nursing workforce. Nuku also urged the health system to better embrace tikanga.