Clinical Nurse Manager - Special Care Baby Unitat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes - - Rotorua - ref. i62556903
We are seeking a Registered Nurse to fill the senior nursing leadership position of Clinical Nurse Manager SCBU combined with Chronic Care (Paediatric Outreach) Coordinator. Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleAs Clinical Nurse Manager, you will be responsible for providing leadership, ensuring high-quality clinical standards, and fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
You will oversee day-to-day operations, support staff development, and drive continuous quality improvement initiatives.There is also an opportunity to increase the role to 1.0FTE and include two x day clinical shifts. Please reach out if this is something that interests you.About the Team/Service/ LocationThe SCBU (Special Care Baby Unit) at Lakes DHB is a 10-bed, level two neonatal unit that provides care for sick and/or preterm infants greater than 32 weeks gestation.The Childrens Outreach Nursing Service care for children with acute and chronic illnesses in their home within the Lakes area.
The service consists of a team of experienced childrens nurses who are available 5 days a week 8.30am 4.30pmHealth New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand.
The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.
As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, fee flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click hereAbout youWe are looking for a person who is bright, motivated, dynamic, and a great communicator and who is enthusiastic about leading a team of experienced and skilled nurses and HCAs.We welcome applications from registered nurses with a current NZ practising certificate.
Applicants should have 5-7 years post registration experience.Required skills and experience:Senior nurse experience, preferably with neonates.Proven leadership capability.A passion for equity in health outcomes.Proven highly effective written and verbal communication.Above average organisation skills.A sound knowledge of quality management and evidence of embedding this into clinical practice.Proven people management performance management, conflict resolution and team building.
Click here for Position DescriptionClick here for Collective Agreement (if applicable) Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact contact Casey Kiernan, Interim Service Manager, Woman, Child and Family email: casey.kiernan@lakesdhb.govt.nz or phone: 0272074633. The selection process starts from the date of advertising.
Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.