Clinical Specialty Nurse / Clinical Nurse Specialist, Acute Cardiology at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Counties Manukau, Auckland

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Clinical Specialty Nurse/Clinical Nurse Specialist – Acute Cardiology 

• Middlemore Hospital Permanent Full Time Role (1 FTE) 

• Senior Nursing Opportunity 

Our Organisation: 

Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region. 

Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park. 

We are part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealand’s national health service. HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels.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.

The Role:

We are seeking a passionate Clinical Specialty Nurse (CSN)/Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) – Acute Cardiology to join our dedicated team. This role provides an exciting opportunity to apply your specialist nursing expertise in managing complex cardiac patients while leading and innovating care in a multidisciplinary environment. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Provide expert clinical specialist nursing knowledge, assessment, and care for acute cardiology patients. 

• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure high-quality patient outcomes. 

• Lead and support clinical practice improvements, protocols, and research initiatives. 

• Educate and mentor nursing staff, primary care providers, and patients on cardiovascular disease management. 

• Ensure evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement in cardiology services. 

• Actively participate in professional cardiology groups and research activities. 

Cultural Safety & Diversity: 

At Health NZ Counties Manukau, we honour the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and respect cultural differences. You will demonstrate cultural awareness in all your interactions with patients, families, and colleagues, ensuring inclusive and diverse care for all. 

About You: 

• NZ Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practicing Certificate 

• 5+ years of recent/current experience in Cardiology, in an acute setting in NZ 

• Relevant Postgraduate qualification completed or near completion 

 
If you’re a highly skilled and motivated nurse looking to make an impact in cardiology care, we would love to hear from you! Apply online at http://careers.countiesmanukau.health.nz/working-here/ If you have any questions, please contact Fran Upoko in the Recruitment Team at nursemidwifejobs@middlemore.co.nz

Join us in making a meaningful impact on the health and well-being of our community. We look forward to welcoming you to our team! 

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

Job Number: CMH202514857 

Application Closes: 19 March 2025