Clinical Nurse Specialist - Cardiac Rehabilitation at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury, Christchurch
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- 0.6FTE (24 hours per week) permanent position
- Based at Christchurch Hospital Campus
- Work within the Cardio-Respiratory Integrated Specialist Service (CRISS) team
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 motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) to join our Cardiac Rehabilitation service within the Cardio-Respiratory Integrated Specialist Services (CRISS) team. This is an advanced nursing role where clinical expertise is central, alongside responsibilities in leadership, education, research, and care coordination.
In this role, you will provide expert nursing care to patients with cardiac conditions, working collaboratively with patients, whānau, and the wider multidisciplinary team to optimise health outcomes. You will deliver advanced assessments, develop and implement evidence-based care plans, and contribute to service improvement initiatives.
You will also play a key leadership role by supporting and mentoring staff, contributing to clinical governance, and driving quality improvement and innovation across the service.
About the Service
The Cardiac Rehabilitation service sits within the CRISS team, a small, innovative, and collaborative service focused on delivering integrated care across hospital and community settings. The team is committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred care, supporting individuals with long-term cardiac conditions to achieve optimal health and wellbeing.
About You
You will be an experienced Registered Nurse with significant clinical expertise in cardiology. You will bring advanced assessment skills, a passion for improving patient outcomes, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
- Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current practising certificate
- A minimum of 5 years' experience in a relevant clinical specialty or senior nursing role
- Postgraduate qualification (or working towards) in a relevant field
- Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills
- Proven leadership, education, and mentoring abilities
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- A commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and ongoing professional development
- RN Prescriber
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 by Tuesday 14th April. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury |
| Location: | Christchurch |
| Position type: | Permanent Part time |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 09-Apr-2026 |
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| Closing date: | 14-Apr-2026 |
| Reference: | PC4226973 |
| Attachment: | No File Attached |
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| Website: | https://www.cdhb.health.nz/ |
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