Continence Clinical Nurse Specialist

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Community
• Permanent, 64 hour’s per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Rewarding Career – Be part of a team that saves lives and improves health outcomes daily.

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

As a Continence Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will provide expert assessment, management, and education for patients experiencing bladder and bowel dysfunction. You’ll work autonomously as well as part of a wider multidisciplinary team to support patients in both community and clinical settings. Your role includes delivering evidence-based interventions, developing care plans, and supporting whānau and healthcare professionals through education and consultation.

This is a rewarding opportunity to make a significant difference in the quality of life for our patients, with a strong focus on health promotion and preventative care.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of dedicated Specialist Nurses delivers high-quality, patient-centred care across the region. You’ll be part of a professional and friendly environment that values collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

As a Continence Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will bring:

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current APC
• A postgraduate qualification (or working towards) in a relevant field
• Proven clinical experience in continence or related areas
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A strong commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable outcomes

Come join our team and help lead the way in specialist continence care in Hawke’s Bay.

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 review the position profile, click HERE 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 Maree Gladstone via email on maree.gladstone@hbdhb.govt.nz

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