Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora (Southern Region) is looking for a Clinical Nurse Specialist to provide specialist nursing care and expertise within the Emergency Department. In this role, you will work across the organization within a clinical specialty, acting as a practitioner, educator, consultant, researcher, leader/change agent, and care coordinator to pursue clinical excellence and improved health outcomes.
What You'll Do
- Provide specialist nursing care and expertise in direct care delivery and in supporting other staff for a defined patient group or area of specialty practice.
- Act in the roles of practitioner, educator, consultant, researcher, leader/change agent, and care coordinator/case manager within your clinical specialty.
- Practice both autonomously and in collaboration with the multi-disciplinary team to assess, treat, and manage patient healthcare needs.
What We're Looking For
- Current NZ Nursing Council registration.
- Proven practice and advanced knowledge in emergency nursing.
Nice to Have
- Holding or working towards a post graduate qualification at a minimum of a diploma or a master’s degree.
- Advanced communication techniques such as conflict resolution, diffusion, and mediation skills.
- Excellent organisational and time management skills.
Team & Environment
This role reports to the Director of Nursing Southland Service, within the Deputy Chief Operating Officer Directorate.
Benefits & Compensation
- Salary range: $116,040 - $127,674 per annum, pro-rata.
- KiwiSaver.
Work Mode
This is an onsite position based at Southland Hospital.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce and welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
