Clinical Nurse Lead | Operating Theatre

Clinical Nurse Lead – Operating Theatre

Whangārei, Northland

Full Time

Recruiter: Kate at Carejobz Recruitment

Salary in the region of $120k per annum plus health insurance contributons

Our client would consider applications from the UK, USA, Australia & Canada

Step into leadership within a high-performing theatre environment

This is an opportunity to step into a Clinical Nurse Lead role within a well-established, high-performing operating theatre team.

You will take ownership of an assigned theatre, support your team day-to-day, and play a key role in ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality patient care.

This role suits an experienced Theatre Charge Nurse/Team Lead

The Role

You will be responsible for the coordination of your allocated theatre, ensuring clinical excellence and smooth operational flow.

Key responsibilities include:

• Coordinating daily theatre operations and patient flow
• Ensuring safe, efficient and high-quality care delivery
• Mentoring and coaching team members
• Working closely with Surgeons, Anaesthetists and clinical stakeholders
• Driving continuous improvement and best practice

About You

You are a confident, capable Theatre Nurse with strong clinical foundations and a natural leadership style.

You will have:

• Current NZ Nursing Council APC
• Minimum 3 years perioperative experience (public or private)
• Orthopaedics experience
• Strong organisational and coordination skills
• Clear and professional communication
• Ability to remain calm and solutions-focused in a fast-paced environment
• A genuine interest in supporting and developing others

This role is open to both emerging leaders and those already in leadership positions.

The Opportunity

• Step into or further develop your leadership career
• Work within a structured, well-supported theatre environment
• Be part of a collaborative and clinically strong team
• Contribute to high standards of patient care and team performance

How to Apply

You can apply directly through this advert, or send your CV and cover letter, tailored specifically to this role, to:

[email protected]

About the Recruiter

Kate is a Top 10 ANZ Recruiter on SEEK, trusted by leading aged care and hospital providers since 2015.

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