Nurse Coordinator

• Waikato Hospital
• Permanent Part-time 24 hours per week. Monday to Friday
• This role offers the opportunity to be at the forefront of innovative medical research, contributing to the development of potentially life-changing treatments while working in a dynamic and impactful clinical environment

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

Are you a Registered Nurse or suitably qualified health professional with experience in Cardiology, Cardiac Cath lab, and/or Clinical Research? This exciting position involves coordinating and conducting clinical research on potentially beneficial new treatments with the help of patient volunteers. Key responsibilities include screening patients for eligibility, approaching suitable patients/participants, providing information to both potential participants and medical and nursing staff about trials, ensuring participants' well-being, performing trial-required procedures, collecting and documenting data, and maintaining regulatory files.

Nurse Coordinators in Clinical Research work autonomously to coordinate research studies they have responsibility for. Modern day treatments used in Cardiology are a direct result of Clinical studies. By working with us you would be contributing to the advancement of medical knowledge, improved treatments and better health for future patients.

If you enjoy working in a dynamic clinical research setting, this role offers a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in advancing medical treatment.

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the NZNO, Nurses and Midwifery Collective agreement. Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), professional development and wellness support.

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About the Team/Service

Our team consisting of six dedicated Nurses and one Accounting/ Administrative staff member, works closely together and collaboratively with Cardiology Medical, Nursing, Allied Health staff and external Study personnel. We are based at 14 Horne Street, conveniently located just a 5 minute walk to Waikato Hospital. We are a dedicated team motivated by our shared desire to contribute to advancements of medical knowledge and improved patient care and outcomes.

About you

Required skills & experience you will need to be considered for this role:

• Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• Current annual practicing certificate
• Ability to work autonomously and collaborative with various stakeholders
• Data collection and analysis experience preferrable but not essential

If you are meticulous and well organised, work well independently and would enjoy contact with patients and staff in a clinical research setting, we would love to hear from you.

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 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 12 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Liz Low at

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