Clinical Nurse Specialist, MDU 0.5 FTE

• Gisborne Hospital, Permanent, Part – time
• Opportunity to shape and grow oncology nursing practice
• Join a supportive, collaborative multidisciplinary 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 Oncology Medical Day Unit team at Gisborne Hospital.

In this senior specialist role, you will provide advanced clinical expertise and leadership to support high-quality care delivery for oncology patients. The role will have a systemic anti-cancer treatment focus and you will work in Outpatient and community settings. You will play a key role in care coordination, service development, and supporting nursing staff through education, mentorship, and evidence-based practice.

This is an excellent opportunity to influence service improvement, lead quality initiatives, and make a meaningful impact on patient and whānau outcomes within a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advanced, evidence-based specialty nursing care
• Lead and support service development and care coordination initiatives
• Develop and implement clinical pathways, protocols, and guidelines
• Provide education, coaching, and mentorship to nursing staff
• Lead quality improvement and audit activities
• Support culturally safe practice and improve Māori health outcomes
• Collaborate across multidisciplinary and community teams

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About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of Nurses work in a Multi Disciplinary team in the Medical Day Unit at Gisborne Hospital, working closely with the Waikato and local Medical Oncology teams.

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About you

You will be a clinically credible senior nurse who brings leadership, initiative, and a passion for improving patient outcomes.

Essential:

• Registered Nurse with current NZ APC
• Postgraduate Diploma (or equivalent)
• Minimum 5 years recent clinical experience
• PDRP at Expert or Designated Senior Nurse level
• Strong clinical leadership and advanced assessment skills
• Excellent communication and relationship-building ability
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity

Desirable:

• Specialty knowledge and experience in oncology
• Working toward prescribing and/or Clinical Master’s qualification

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Margaret.broughton@tdh.org.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.