"Lead after-hours nursing operations to ensure safe, efficient patient care in Gisborne"

Duty Nurse Manager, 0.7FTE

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 seeking an experienced and dynamic registered nurse to join our Office of the Chief Nurse team as a Duty Nurse Manager (DNM). This is a pivotal leadership role responsible for providing 24-hour operational coordination, clinical leadership, patient flow management, and resource allocation across Gisborne Hospital.

As Duty Nurse Manager, you will coordinate staffing resources, support safe and effective patient care, manage organizational risk after hours, and provide leadership during emergency and incident responses. You will work collaboratively with nursing, medical, allied health, and operational teams to ensure the delivery of high-quality care and positive outcomes for patients and whānau.

Position Description: Duty Nurse Manager

About the Team/Service/Location

This role sits within the Office of the Chief Nurse and reports to the Deputy Chief Nurse. You will be part of a highly skilled leadership team committed to supporting clinical excellence, workforce coordination, patient safety, and equitable health outcomes.

About You

You will be an experienced nursing leader and will have:

  • Current New Zealand Registered Nurse Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
  • NZQA Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent)
  • PDRP Expert or Designated Senior Nurse level
  • At least five years of recent clinical experience with leadership responsibilities such as shift coordination or clinical leadership.
  • Strong clinical leadership, problem-solving, decision-making, and communication skills.
  • Knowledge of Care Capacity Demand Management (CCDM) and patient acuity tools.
  • A demonstrated commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving health outcomes for Māori.
  • The ability to prioritize effectively, manage competing demands, and lead confidently in complex and challenging situations.

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lyn.Kutia@tdh.org.nz.

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

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