Clinical Nurse Specialist MHAID ED

Invercargill - New Zealand

Yearly Salary: $ 116040 - 127674

Posted on: Yesterday

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Clinical Nurse Specialist MHAID ED

Invercargill based Permanent part time 0.3 FTE
Salary between $116040 and $127674 per annum pro rata

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

The (MHACS) CNS nurse educator role will work across both urban and rural Emergency Departments within Southern acting in the roles of educator consultant researcher leader/change agent in the pursuit of excellence and improved health outcomes for people experiencing mental distress.

Tasks include but are not limited to:

Building the capability and confidence of staff working in the Emergency Department (ED) and other locations people present in crises
Support the professional development of clinical non-clinical and administration staff who interact with individuals (and their whanau or support people) presenting with mental health needs or in distress
Assist in building the capability of the front-line workforce to respond confidently and professionally to mental health crises events
Act as a wellbeing resource for the ED teams to support front-line staff
Utilise excellent interpersonal skills and model professionalism in the context of people experiencing mental distress and its impact

About the Team/Service/ Location

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.

About you

Our ideal candidate will:

Have at least 5 years clinical experience in Mental Health and Addictions
Be a Registered Nurse with a valid APC

PDRP Expert
Have a Postgraduate diploma in specialty nursing practice
Ability to work well in a team and foster good interpersonal relationships across services

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How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 22 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role please contact Mikayla Hamilton at

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

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Clinical Nurse Specialist MHAID EDInvercargill based Permanent part time 0.3 FTESalary between $116040 and $127674 per annum pro rataHealth 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 Zealand...