Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Perioperative at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Otago

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Dunedin
• Salary Band - $114,025 - $121,444 per annum pro-rata and KiwiSaver
• 1.0 FTE / 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday day hours
• Permanent vacancy

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

Support surgery for patients of all ages, predominantly in Ophthalmology, while also supporting other areas within the perioperative team in Dunedin as required.

• Coordinate and facilitate the smooth transition of both elective and acute patients
• Care for patients across the continuum of care, from pre-admission through to discharge
• Support patients admitted for a variety of non-theatre procedures
• Initiate and participate in quality improvement activities
• Embrace technological advancements
• Contribute to the new Dunedin Hospital planning and transition
• Create responsive solutions to problems
• Provide big-picture thinking, planning, and implementation

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About us

Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people across diverse communities. We take pride in the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote, and protect the health of our region. Our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind achieving these standards, and we are seeking more like-minded people to help us continue supporting our community.

About you

You will have the following:

• New Zealand Nursing registration with a current APC.
• Proven leadership experience.
• A strong vision for day surgery services.
• Airway management skills (desirable but not essential).

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Salary range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA. The salary will be in accordance with the DSN Pay Scale, between $114,025 and $121,444 per annum pro-rata, depending on relevant experience.

How to apply

To apply, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday, 15 March 2026.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury at ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website