Clinical Nurse Specialist, Cardio-Respiratory Portfolio

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Clinical Nurse Specialist, Cardio-Respiratory Portfolio 

• Health New Zealand - Timaru Hospital
• Permanent Part Time 0.6 FTE

Health 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.

About the Role

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) with a portfolio in cardio-respiratory conditions, works across the South Canterbury health sector, inclusive of primary and secondary settings to contribute clinical expertise to complex care planning & management, service development, and staff development.

Working collaboratively with an interdisciplinary Team the CNS will take on the role of clinical expert and leader in the pursuit of clinical excellence in the delivery of patient centered care. 

About You

This is a senior role and the successful applicant will demonstrate leadership in service developments, quality projects, by applying scholarly knowledge and applied practice with a continued focus to improve health outcomes.

Key Requirements Include:

• Nursing Council of NZ registration, and current APC
• Undergoing (or prepared to commence) relevant postgraduate study towards, or currently holds a post graduate diploma or higher
• Proven expert clinical assessment and relevant clinical experience skills
• Demonstrate strong clinical leadership skills
• Be able to work collaboratively with health professionals and as an autonomous practitioner. 
• Current full New Zealand Divers License

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness - . We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the Nursing Collective and the salary will be in accordance with the Pay Scale, and dependent on relevant experience.

How to Apply

Please apply for this vacancy online at https://scdhb.careercentre.net.nz

We look forward to receiving your application directly via our Careers Site.

If you have any questions regarding this role please contact Human Resources by phoning 03 687-2230.

Close for Applications: 2 March 2025.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert on 2 March 2025. The role may close early if a suitable applicant is found before the close.