Nurse Practitioner, Cardiology
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
- Permanent
- Full time - 1 FTE
Our Cardiology Nurse Practitioner will provide advanced, patient-centred care across the continuum of cardiology services within Waitematā District, with a particular focus on heart failure. You will be a clinician that functions both autonomously and collaboratively, delivering expert assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management for patients with complex and chronic cardiac conditions.
This role is integral to improve access, equity, and health outcomes for the Waitematā population by supporting timely, high-quality care across acute, inpatient, outpatient, and community settings. A key focus is the proactive management of heart failure and other cardiology conditions to reduce avoidable hospital admissions, support early intervention, and enable safe transitions of care between hospital and community services
About the Team/Service/ Location
This role works across North Shore and Waitakere Hospitals.
You will work in partnership with patients/tangata whaiora and their whānau, the multidisciplinary team, primary care providers, and Māori health services to deliver holistic, culturally safe care that reflects Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and promotes equitable outcomes for Māori.
About you
You’re a clinical leader who inspires others and drives excellence in cardiology.
You bring:
- Registration as a Registered Nurse in New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate
- Nurse Practitioner as approved and endorsed by the Nursing Council of New Zealand
- A minimum of 5 years’ acute nursing experience, including contemporary Cardiology experience
- A master’s degree in nursing, including a prescribing practicum
- A calm, adaptable approach with a strong “can-do” attitude and commitment to service improvement
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 25 June 2026. Position reference number WDHB21624
Please click here for a copy of the position description
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
