Senior Nursing
- Wellington Regional Hospital Contract: Permanent, Part Time 0.6 FTE Rostered and Rotating (M
Please do not apply if you are not employed by Te Whatu OraHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we- re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.
This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career and professional development in a dynamic and supportive environment.As the ACNM, you will play a key role in supporting clinical leadership and overseeing the effective management of people, systems, processes, and resources to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality service delivery across SAPU.
You will work in close partnership with the Charge Nurse Manager and the Operations Manager for Surgical Services.A central focus of this role is to facilitate the acute surgical patient flow- supporting patients referred from the Emergency Department or the community who require diagnostic testing, assessment, treatment, surgery, and short-stay admission.
You will collaborate closely with surgical specialties and broader hospital services to ensure a smooth and timely patient journey.About the Team/Service Location SAPU is currently located in Ward 4 South and comprises 10 beds, 4 chairs, and 2 assessment rooms.
We operate in a fast-paced, acute care environment dedicated to assessment, planning, treatment, and short-stay admissions.Our team of Registered Nurses is small, close-knit, and made up of enthusiastic, passionate, and adaptable professionals.
We place a strong emphasis on teamwork and are committed to working collaboratively with the multidisciplinary team to deliver the best possible health outcomes for our patients and their whānau.SAPU also works in close partnership with other hospital departments to enhance patient flow across the facility.About you We are looking for a candidate who brings a strong clinical background and leadership capabilities to this role.
Ideally, you will have:Proven experience as an Acute Flow CoordinatorIn-depth knowledge and understanding of the operational aspects of SAPU and Surgical ServicesA minimum of 3 years
- experience in surgical or acute nursingA proactive, flexible, and efficient approach to workStrong leadership skills with the ability to support and guide a teamExcellent verbal and written communication abilitiesA commitment to quality improvement initiatives and evidence-based clinical practiceWorking at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is
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A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.
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- All applications must be submitted through our online careers
- portal by 6th June 2025.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@Tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.