Nursing Resource Team - Clinical Coach

• Waikato Hospital
• 0.8 FTE, 64 hours per fortnight
• 12 Month Fixed Term

Expression of Interest for Clinical Coach

We are excited to announce an internal opportunity for the position of Clinical Coach This position is open exclusively to Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora staff only. We invite all eligible employees who are interested in applying to submit an application to be considered for this role.

About the Role

The Nursing Resource Team (NRT) is excited to offer a rewarding opportunity for a motivated Registered Nurse to join us as a Clinical Coach. This 0.8FTE, 12-month fixed-term role provides a valuable pathway toward clinical education and professional growth within a supportive and dynamic environment.

As a Clinical Coach, you will play a key role in supporting the skill development of new nursing staff, while also enhancing the capabilities of our existing nursing and Healthcare Assistant (HCA) workforce. This position offers flexible days between Monday to Friday, with negotiable hours typically between 9:30 am and 6:00 pm.

Key responsibilities:

• Provide hands-on support to the Nurse Educator in delivering education and training programs.
• Participate actively in quality improvement initiatives, helping to develop and implement best practices.
• Assist in conflict resolution, offer performance feedback, and coach staff to strengthen team effectiveness and morale.

About you

Our successful candidate will have:

• Current link nurse status is essential.
• Completion of a preceptorship course is highly advantageous.
• Current Professional Development Recognition Programme (PDRP) registration preferred, but not mandatory.
• Experience within NRT
• Experience in a champion or leadership role is beneficial.

What we can offer

• Support and guidance to help you progress toward a higher PDRP level.
• Registration in the Insight Programme for professional development.
• Gain insight into workforce planning and leadership
• Opportunities to build meaningful relationships with senior staff within NRT and across the organisation

Eligibility: This opportunity is open to current Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waikato employees who meet the qualifications outlined above. We encourage all employees who are interested to apply and explore how they can contribute to our success in this new role.

How to Apply

To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 15 October 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at Rachael.Devey@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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