Clinical Nurse Specialist - Adult Inpatient Wards

• Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre, Waikato Hospital
• Permanent and fixed term – 80 hours per fortnight
• Join our team to transform our inpatient adult mental health service to implement and sustain a Maaori led and clinically underpinned service that provides holistic nursing care to tangata whaiora!

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

The nursing clinical leadership role will focus on Waiora, Taha Tina - physical health and wellbeing of taangata whaiora and coexisting mental health and addiction needs. The CNS will also work with the Nurse Director to develop and implement adult acute mental health nursing practice standards that align with Waiora. Successful applicants would join and participate in Clinical Nursing Leadership forums and Service Clinical Leadership forums.

Building relationships and sustaining relationships with Clinical Nurse Specialists working in other acute adult mental health inpatients across Te Manawa Taki and nationally will be expected and supported. As a CNS, you will be expected to support nurses to develop culturally responsive practices and embed Waiora which includes the following principle and values:

MAATAAPONO | Overarching principles

• Tino rangatiratanga defines the parameters and functions of Waiora.
• As kaitiaki we are collectively accountable and responsible for Waiora.

NGAA UARA | Values

Ngaa uara are intertwined and exist in an interconnected matrix and should not be viewed in isolation.

• Manaakitanga | Maaku anoo e hanga i tooku nei whare
• Kotahitanga | Teeraa anoo ooku nei hoa kei ngaa toopito o te ao
• Whanaungatanga | Me whakapakari ki te hua o te kawariki
• Aahurutanga | Mahue mai ki au
• Mana motuhake | Ko te Atua tooku piringa, ka puta ka ora

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About Hamilton

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist you will:

• Have clinical expertise in mental health, addiction and common physical health conditions.
• Have demonstrated your ability to draw on clinical and scientific knowledge and use cultural and relational practice to support your critical thinking and nursing judgement in assessing health needs, providing care, and advising and supporting tangata whaiora to manage their health and wellbeing. Your practice will be whaanau inclusive.
• Hold a current New Zealand nursing registration and practising certificate with scope to work in mental health.
• Have a passion for making a difference to the lives of our taangata whaiora and whanau.
• Be able to complete the Safe Practice Effective Communication (SPEC) course.

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 17 September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amanda Lewis at Amanda.lewis-wilson@waikatodhb.health.nz

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.