Nurse Consultant- CVICU

• Do you want to be part of making a difference to the Nursing Workforce at Te Toka Tumai?
• Do you have a passion and energy to be being part of a new role that will professionally lead, develop new ways of working and supporting nursing workforce recruitment?
• Do your strengths lie in the detail and the ability to see the bigger picture working closely with the nursing and recruitment teams?

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.

The Opportunity

This is a pivotal role within the Cardiothoracic and Vascular Intensive Care Unit (CVICU), responsible for promoting high standards of care, quality improvement, and clinical leadership across the patient journey. You’ll provide expert professional advice, champion evidence-informed practice, and drive strategic initiatives that enhance patient outcomes and nursing performance. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, cultural safety, and equity, this role is ideal for a senior nurse ready to influence change and shape the future of care at one of our leading units.

For further details, please refer to the position description here.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The position is primarily based at Auckland City Hospital. You will be a member of a multidisciplinary, professional team committed to delivering quality care to Auckland’s Cardiovascular patients.

Auckland, the largest city in New Zealand is set in a pristine marine-based environment with a temperate climate and has a population of 1.5 million. It is a vibrant mixture of lifestyles and cultures and offers easy access to stunning and diverse scenery and a wonderful range of outdoor pursuits.

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About you

To succeed in this role, there are a few key things we’re looking for:

• Current NZ nursing registration and Annual Practising Certificate
• Recognised nursing qualification (RGN, RGON, RPN, RCpN, BN or BHSc)
• 5+ years post-graduate experience in a specialty area
• Strong leadership and communication
• Experience in quality improvement
• Commitment to bicultural practice and achieving equity for Māori
• Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in health care

For more information about this role please contact Jo Wright (Nursing Director) via JoanneLW@adhb.govt.nz

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 the 6 August 2025. If you have any queries about accessibility, or technical issues with the online process, or require information in an accessible format, please contact, Jeanine Taccad (Recruitment Consultant) via Jeanine.Taccad@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz to discuss how we can best support your application.