Clinical Nurse Specialist, Rheumatology, North Shore
Permanent Part-Time | 0.8 FTE
North Shore Hospital
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and committed to building a health system that delivers equitable, high‑quality care for all New Zealanders.
Shape the Future of Rheumatology Care
Join our highly specialised Rheumatology Service and make a meaningful difference for patients living with chronic and complex rheumatic conditions. This is an exciting opportunity to work at an advanced practice level within a passionate, collaborative, and forward‑thinking multidisciplinary team.
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Clinical Nurse Specialist – Rheumatology, you will deliver expert nursing care primarily within our outpatient service, with some involvement in acute inpatient care. Your advanced skills will support complex assessments, patient education, and long‑term disease management.
You will be a key driver in the continued development of the Rheumatology Service, including:
- Establishing and leading nurse‑led clinics
- Supporting biologic and emerging therapies
- Coordinating day‑stay infusions
- Providing education on subcutaneous therapies
- Contributing to clinical pathways and service improvement
- Mentoring nursing staff and supporting high clinical and documentation standards
About the Service
Our Rheumatology Service is a dynamic, predominantly outpatient-focused department providing specialist care to patients referred from general practice. You will join an experienced multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering patient‑centred, high‑quality care in a supportive and fast‑paced environment.
This role is based at North Shore Hospital.
About You
You are an experienced Registered Nurse who brings advanced clinical expertise, leadership, and a passion for improving outcomes for people with rheumatic disease. You will ideally have:
- Significant nursing experience in rheumatology or medical specialties
- Postgraduate qualifications (or working toward them) relevant to advanced practice
- Demonstrated ability to manage complex patients and undertake advanced assessments
- Experience with biologic therapies, infusions, or long‑term patient education
- A positive, energetic approach to teaching, mentoring, and service development
Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora
We are committed to ensuring excellent healthcare for all New Zealanders. We embrace diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from our Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities so we can better reflect and serve our population.
How to Apply
To apply, please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 16 April 2026.
Position reference number: WDHB20793
Click here for a copy of the position description.
We will review applications as they are received and may progress the recruitment process prior to the closing date.
