Clinical Nurse Specialist/Advanced Clinician (Allied Health) - Lymphoedema Serviceat Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Counties Manukau -
Clinical Nurse Specialist/Advanced Clinician (Allied Health) – Lymphoedema ServiceSenior Clinician Opportunity (The service would also consider a Senior or Advanced Clinician Physiotherapist for the role.
Training will be supported)Permanent Part Time Role (0.7 FTE)Monday- FridayOur Organisation:Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector.
- Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealand’s national health service.
HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels.
The Role:We are seeking a passionate and experienced Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to lead and coordinate care within our Lymphoedema Service.This pivotal role involves advanced clinical management of patients with complex lymphoedema needs, integrating care across cancer, vascular, and long-term condition specialties.You will work in a transdisciplinary team, driving service excellence through direct clinical care, education, service development, and evidence-based practice.
This is your opportunity to make a meaningful impact while advancing your nursing career in a supportive and dynamic environment.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide expert assessment, treatment, and case management for patients with lymphoedemaCollaborate with multidisciplinary teams and external providers to enhance patient outcomesDevelop and maintain patient education resources and contribute to public and professional awarenessLead and support clinical teaching and mentoring for staffDrive quality improvement initiatives and lead audits, research, and clinical innovationMaintain professional development, attend conferences, and contribute to national networksUphold principles of cultural safety and the Treaty of Waitangi in all aspects of careCultural Safety & Diversity:At Health NZ Counties Manukau, we honour the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and respect cultural differences.
You will demonstrate cultural awareness in all your interactions with patients, families, and colleagues, ensuring inclusive and diverse care for all.About You:NZ Registered Nurse or Advanced Clinician with APC5+ years of experience (post registration) in NZRecent relevant experience in LymphoedemaPostgraduate Diploma in Nursing (or equivalent) completed or near completion.Demonstrated leadership abilities, with experience in coaching and mentoring nursing staff.Ready to shape the future of lymphoedema care?
Apply online at www.careers.countiesmanukau.health.nz/working-here/ If you have any questions, please contact Fran Upoko in the Recruitment Team at nursemidwifejobs@middlemore.co.nzJoin us in making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our older adult population.
We look forward to welcoming you to our team!We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.Job Number: CMH202515088Application Closes: 15th August 2025 At Counties Manukau Health people and their lives matter to us.
We are a values based and inclusive organisation that is committed to delivering the best health outcomes for our community.
To help us achieve this we need a workforce that reflects the population we serve.
We strongly encourage applications from all backgrounds who share our values and have a passion to work in our community and would greatly value seeing applicants from our Maaori and Pacific communities.
We are also committed to our Disability Strategy, which focuses on people with disabilities; they are our patients, whaanau, community and our staff
- all carefully considered in our action plan.
Together we will improve the accessibility needs for everyone who has a disability.
Our values are Valuing Everyone- Whakawhanaungatanga , Kind –Manaakitanga, Together –Kotahitanga, Excellent- Rangatiratanga.If these are your values too, then join us today.