Practice Nurse Services
Our Practice Nurses provide a range of clinical services that support preventative care, long-term condition management and patient education. Nurse appointments are often suitable for routine follow-ups, monitoring and scheduled health checks, working closely with your GP when required.
Practice Nurse services include:
- Cervical Screening
Cervical smears and screening appointments in line with national guidelines. - Childhood Immunisations
Routine childhood vaccinations as part of the New Zealand Immunisation Schedule. - Vaccinations
Including Influenza, COVID-19, Shingles (Shingrix), Boostrix and other recommended vaccines. - Diabetes and Cardiac Reviews
Ongoing monitoring and support for long-term conditions, including free annual diabetes reviews for eligible patients with diabetes. - Patient Education and Support
Practical education and guidance for conditions such as diabetes, asthma, dietary management and premenstrual tension (PMT). - Ear Syringing
Assessment and removal of ear wax where clinically appropriate. - Spirometry (Lung Function Testing)
- Lung function testing to support the assessment and monitoring of respiratory conditions.
Appointments with a Practice Nurse may be booked directly, or as part of a GP-led care plan.
When to Book a Nurse vs a GP
A Practice Nurse appointment may be suitable for:
- Cervical screening
- Routine vaccinations and immunisations
- Diabetes and cardiac reviews
- Ear syringing
- Spirometry (lung function testing)
- Follow-up monitoring and patient education
A GP appointment is usually required for:
- New or complex medical concerns
- Diagnosis of illness or injury
- Prescriptions or medication changes
- Mental health assessments
- Medical certificates or specialist referrals
If you’re unsure which appointment is appropriate, our reception team can help guide you when booking.
Book a Nurse Appointment
Many services, such as smears and vaccinations, can be booked directly with our Practice Nurses. Please call reception to find a time that suits you.
Travel Vaccinations in Wānaka
If you are planning overseas travel, it’s important to check the latest health advice and vaccination recommendations for your destination well before you leave.
At Cardrona Doctors, we can provide travel vaccinations, including vaccine ordering, availability, and administration prior to your travel. As travel recommendations vary depending on your destination, length of stay, activities, and personal health circumstances, we ask patients to review trusted travel health resources before booking an appointment.
Useful websites include:
You will need to book an appointment with one of our nurses to discuss your travel vaccination requirements prior to ordering and administering.
Some travel vaccines require multiple doses or need to be administered weeks before departure. As not all vaccines are routinely stocked, we recommend booking well ahead of your trip.
Before travelling, it is also important to consider:
- Mosquito-borne illnesses
- Food and water safety
- Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) risk on long-haul flights
- Altitude or climate-related risks
- Malaria prevention
Please ensure your routine vaccinations, including influenza, are up to date before travelling.
Once you have reviewed the recommendations for your destination, you are welcome to book an appointment with Cardrona Doctors to discuss vaccine options, availability, and timing before your trip.