Clinical Nurse Specialist - Eating Disorders

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Eating Disorders

Permanent, eating disorders, clinical nurse specialist, Manawatu Locality Adult Mental Health and Addiction SErvice

Mental Health and Addiction Service

Palmerston North Hospital, Permanent, Full time

Ready to shape the future of mental health care? Join us and make a real impact in the Manawatū community.

About You

We're looking for a passionate Registered Nurse to fill a permanent position in our Manawatū locality, who is ready to make a real difference in mental health and addiction care. If you're someone who thrives in a dynamic environment and loves working collaboratively, we'd love to hear from you!

You will:

• Be energised by innovation and excited about shaping evolving service developments.
• Bring flexibility and a team-of-teams mindset, valuing collaboration across services.
• Be creative, curious, and solutions-focused – you're someone who gets things done.
• Embrace opportunities to learn new skills as our service grows and transforms.

What We're Looking For

Our ideal candidates will:

• Have at least 5 years' experience as an RN with a minimum of 2 years in area of specialty
• On the pathway to a relevant master's degree in nursing
• Be working towards a Senior Nurse Professional Development Recognition Programme (PDRP) Portfolio
• An understanding of the significance of and obligations under Te Tiriti o Waitangi, including how to apply Te Tiriti principles in a meaningful way in the nursing role
• Comprehensive understanding the NZ Health System including equity issues, professional leadership and emerging issues for the nursing profession
• A commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for Māori
• Communicate with confidence and clarity, building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships.
• Sound knowledge of Te Ao Māramatanga Standards of Practice for Mental Health Nurses

About the Role

Join Uru Rauhī, Mental Health and Addiction Services at Te Whatu Ora MidCentral and become part of an exciting journey towards a wellness and recovery-focused approach. Our vision is to support interconnectedness – socially, spiritually, physically, and environmentally – and help individuals, whānau, and communities flourish.

This is a Permanent, Full-Time position based at Palmerston North Hospital, reporting to the Manawatu Locality Service Manager.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) Eating Disorders works across health care systems and the continuum of care to deliver advanced nursing practice activities and outcomes with a particular focus on improving access and experiences for Māori and whānau who may face inequities within the mental health system.

The CNS functions as an expert: practitioner, consultant, leader, educator, researcher, and change agent in the pursuit of clinical excellence and improved health outcomes. This role focuses on improving access, reducing barriers to care, and enhancing outcomes for whaiora and whānau, with a strong commitment to equity and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

The CNS practices at a level which requires substantial theoretical knowledge in the clinical area of nursing practice and expert utilisation of this knowledge. The CNS translates advanced nursing standards, expert clinical skills, critical inquiry and thinking, in-depth, advanced and expert judgement, knowledge, skills, and abilities into providing advanced nursing care and leadership in the management of tangata whaiora within Te Uru Rauhī Mental Health and Addiction Service.

Benefits

• A supportive and professional team culture where collaboration is key.
• An encouraging learning environment to help you grow and thrive.
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options.
• Access to tailored wellness programmes.

About the Team & Location

MidCentral employs over 2,500 people and offers a workplace that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. We actively seek Māori kaimahi and provide an environment that supports cultural safety and belonging.

The Manawatu region offers the best of both worlds – vibrant city living and stunning natural landscapes. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, and easy access to mountains and beaches, all while working in a community-focused health service.

Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

We are committed to building a health system grounded in Te Tiriti o Waitangi, serving all New Zealanders. We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.