Associate Clinical Nurse Manager - Sexual Health

• Christchurch
• 1.0FTE (40 hours a week), Permanent Role
• Monday to Friday
  

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are looking for a senior nurse to join the team as a Associate Clinical Nurse Manager.

You will be responsible for co-ordinating the cohesive functioning of the team(s) staff to ensure the delivery of safe and effective care for consumers. And be responsible for the management of resources and the unit environment.

The role also involves functional relationship with Practice Co-Ordinator.

About the Service

Christchurch Sexual Health Centre provides confidential and specialised management of sexually transmitted infections, HIV and sexual health related issues. It is a secondary specialist Health New Zealand Canterbury teaching facility.

The Centre is based on the World Health Organisation definition of Sexual Health which focuses on health, rather than the absence of disease. Equity and accessibility are paramount; thus, it includes health promotional activities, teaching and support to Primary Care and other sexual and reproductive health services.

Services include assessment, diagnosis, treatment, education and contact tracing. Our practice aims to be culturally sensitive and based on the principle of continuous improvement in concordance with the Treaty of Waitangi and the Ottawa Charter for Health Promotion. It is a sentinel STI surveillance centre for the South Island. 

About you

We are looking for a dynamic individual who will provide effective leadership on the floor in the department, supporting our staff and working closely with our senior nursing team.  You will have a passion for Sexual Health and commitment to quality improvements, ensuring optimum care is provided to our patients.  This role also contains a clinical component providing nurse led clinics.

To be successful in this role we are looking for the following;

• Have advanced leadership experience with strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge and experience in sexual health or other relevant specialty
• Ability to manage complex situations, with an innovative and solution focused approach
• Currently hold or be working towards a relevant Post Graduate qualification
• Be approachable and have a commitment to Health New Zealand Canterbury’s visions, values and direction
• Have the vision and ability to accommodate change and the management of change
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

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 Monday 8th September. If you have any questions about the role, please contact recruitment@cdhb.health.nz