Nurse Coordinator – Projects, Christchurch Hospital


  • Nurse Coordinator – Projects, Christchurch Hospital
  • 0.8 FTE – Permanent Position

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 have an exciting opportunity for an experienced senior nurse to expand their skills.

The Nurse Coordinator – Projects at Christchurch Hospital at Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora Waitaha carries out a key role in our senior nursing team in the Department of Nursing, leading and facilitating projects that supports excellence in service delivery, enabling care that is patient and whanau centric, and that which is designed to reduce inequity and meet the needs of our community.

About You

As the successful candidate you will be responsible for leading and coordinating projects. You will have the ability to identify and implement initiatives with teams that increase the quality of outcomes for patients and their whanau. You will bring with you a people-centric and culturally inclusive approach; and an ability to work collaboratively across a multidisciplinary service. If you are motivated, organised have exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to engage a wide range of people this could be the next career challenge for you.

Skills and Experience:

  • A Registered Nurse with current a current practising certificate
  • A vision for nursing and accountability for performance.
  • A broad knowledge of the health and disability sector
  • The ability to lead innovation and organisational change.
  • Postgraduate qualification in nursing and or health management.
  • Evidence of contribution to project teams and involvement in improvement initiatives
  • Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills and leadership qualities.
  • Demonstrated cultural competencies in the practice setting.

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 Wednesday 3rd December.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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Permanent/Part Time

Job no: PC3799817

Location: Christchurch

Closing Date: Wednesday 3rd December