Associate Charge Nurse Manager IPU Wairau Fixed Term 1FTE

• Career development opportunity for a Senior Registered Nurse
• Based at the Inpatient Unit at Wairau Hospital, Blenheim
• Fixed Term 12 month (possible secondment opportunity)
• Full-time position 80 hours per/fortnight (1.0 FTE)

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 Role

We are looking for a Senior Registered Nurse, to support the Charge Nurse Manager in our busy Inpatient Unit at Wairau Hospital.  

The Associate Charge Nurse Manger (ACNM) will be responsible for daily coordination of the unit in partnership with the dedicated multidisciplinary team. They will provide clinical leadership for staff, assist with coaching and supervision, and will also provide direct patient care. The ACNM will have delegated responsibility for aspects of the CNM role such as rostering and performance management. 

This is a 12 month fixed term full time position working 80 hours a fortnight (1.0FTE), reporting to the CNM Medical Unit. Shifts will be rostered working between 6am and 7pm Monday to Friday 

About the Team/Location

The Inpatient Unit at Wairau Hospital is a 47-bed unit with three nursing teams delivering quality patient care to Surgical, Medical and Rehabilitation patients. 

Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team, and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.

About You

You will be a highly organised, motivated and adaptable individual with a strong team focus. Additionally, you will have a sound appreciation of the details involved in managing staff and coordinating facilities and resources in a sometimes-pressured environment. We expect a composed manner and strong relational skills, necessary attributes in a busy and sometimes reactive environment.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health 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 Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 15.12.25. If you have any general questions, please contact the nursing recruiter on Lee.Packer@tewhatuora.govt.nz or for more role specific questions please contact Kate Hodson Charge Nurse Manager Inpatient Unit on Kate.Hodsn@nmdhb.govt.nz.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.