CNS Neurology HOP 0.7 FTE DW Permanent

Clinical Nurse Specialist – Neurology, Health of Older People 

• An exciting opportunity for an experienced neurology nurse
• Permanent 0.7FTE Senior Nursing role
• Be part of a vibrant team committed to client-centred care
• An opportunity to help lead best practice in neurology care 

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

The Clinical Nurse Specialist – Neurology (CNS) HOP is a clinical nurse expert working within and across the Nelson Marlborough Health (NMH) district to promote appropriate self-management for persons with neurology related health needs. This role requires advanced nursing skill and theoretical knowledge within the neurology care domain of practice, as well as a strong commitment to ongoing education and training. 

The role works across both Outpatients and community settings to provide HOP neurology service in the Nelson and Wairau Communities, providing clinical expertise and leadership to ensure safe, efficient and effective services to individual clients and client groups. The CNS role has a key focus on the teaching of health professionals and patients/whanau through facilitation of both formal and informal learning opportunities. 

About the Team/Service

We are a vibrant, friendly, multidisciplinary team, committed to providing a quality service to clients. The CNS HOP Neurology role is part of our senior nursing team that is based at our Richmond Health Hub. 

About You

The CNS constructively role models and mentors nurses to ensure the effective development of skill as well as the coordination and delivery of expert HOP neurology care to people accessing health services across the continuum of care. 

The CNS will actively contribute to the development of the specialty service in general and to nursing in particular through quality improvement initiatives. This role positively affects quality patient outcomes and influences achievement of improved orthopaedic outcomes across multiple settings. 

If you are a skilled and committed registered nurse with expert knowledge and skills and a passion for HOP neurology care - this could be the position for you. You will have NZNC registration, a current practising certificate and a full driver's licence.

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 11.04.25. 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 Lisa Parkes on Lis.Parkes@nmdhb.govt.nz

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