Clinical Nurse Lead

Southern Cross North Harbour

Clinical Nurse Lead - Ward

Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital is the only private surgical in-patient hospital on the Auckland’s North Shore. North Harbour Hospital has 8 Operating Rooms, a 14 bed Post Anaesthetic Care Unit, a modern well-equipped day stay facility unit and a 70-bed ward which includes a 4-bed intermediate care facility (ICF). 

Surgical specialities include General Surgery, Gynaecology, Oral & Maxillofacial surgery, Urology, Orthopaedic surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive surgery, Urology, Otolaryngology and Robotic Surgery.  

In addition to the hospital, the broader North Shore campus is also home to a purpose-built endoscopy suite, on-site cardiology services, cancer care, pharmacy, sports medicine, radiology and more.

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital is seeking a Clinical Nurse Leader to join their dynamic, professional, and highly motivated team on the ward. 

We have a permanent 0.9 FTE Clinical Nurse Leader position available working rostered shifts within a rotating schedule. You will be working with an experienced team of Clinical Nurse Leaders and as such we require a “positive, can-do attitude”, have excellent management and communication skills, have an optimistic perspective and be adaptable and responsive to the changing needs of the business.

Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience

• To be a NZ registered Nurse with a current Practicing Certificate applicable to working in a surgical setting
• Recent 5 years of relevant, post graduate experience in a surgical setting with experience in a leadership role.
• At least a current level four (expert) PDRP
• Proven ability of being able to work cooperatively within a multi-disciplinary team.
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills to effectively liaise with patient, staff, and other health care professional.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills to manage staff and resource allocation efficiently.
• Advanced clinical knowledge and assessment skills in a surgical setting
• Demonstrated ability to oversee clinical and operational issues affecting the ward.

Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you: 

• Competitive remuneration package
• Funded health insurance
• Christmas and New Year breaks 
• Nursing Council of New Zealand approved PDRP 
• Flexible working arrangements
• Relocation allowance
• Discounts on products and services from a range of our partners
• Wellbeing programme
• Employee referral bonus scheme 
• Opportunity to be part of our Employee Rainbow Network 

Ko wai matou | Our Organisation 

Southern Cross Healthcare is driven by a clear purpose to advance the provision of quality healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand.  

Our people are at the core of everything we do and the care we provide. We combine the skills of more than 4,000 people, including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians working with more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health professionals. 

Together, we are one of the largest providers of healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand and the most trusted brand in our industry.  

Our strong ‘for purpose’ organisational ethos means we don’t merely think in financial quarters, we think in generations and the decades it takes to get there. 

Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

As an organisation, we are committed to upholding the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and providing a culturally safe environment that demonstrates manaakitanga and embraces the unique perspectives and experiences of our people. 

We aspire to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand and welcome applications from people of all communities and backgrounds.

If you would like to discuss your specific needs and how we can support you, please reach out to our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation.   

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