Associate Charge Nurse Manager RespiratoryCardiothoracic

Associate Charge Nurse Manager Respiratory/ Cardiothoracic

Salary Band $116000 - $127000 p.a prorata Kiwisaver

• Dunedin Hospital
• 0.9 FTE / 72 hours per fortnight
• Fixed-term parental leave cover until 24/8/2026

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 an ACNM you will support the CNM with:

• Coordinate resources to meet identified needs of patients and staff
• Manage staff and patient flows both across the department and between wards.
• Supervise of nursing staff
• Provide clinical leadership
• Maintain a high standard of patient focused care.
• Quality and Risk Management
• Contribute to the departments risk minimisation activities and service activities
• Foster a quality improvement culture.
• Role model and provide staff with clinical educational support.

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About us

Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions providing services to 350000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide and our aim is to improve promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

• a current NZ APC and relevant post graduate qualifications
• A Senior Registered Nurse with significant experience
• have or be working towards PDRP Level 3.
• You will bring a clear focussed vision; strive for contemporary practice and be firm but fair with the ability to inspire staff being their advocate when needed.
• Proven success in nursing leadership will be complemented by your knowledge of and experience in clinical quality safety and best practice.

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.

Salary Range
This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the DSN Pay Scale Grade 2 between $116040 and $127674 p.a dependant on relevant experience.

How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 12 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role please contact Ben Kingsbury
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.