Associate Clinical Nurse Manager

5 days ago

Ashburton Canterbury, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$65,000 - NZ$85,000 per year
  • Be a critical part in supporting our rural generalist strategy, with staff on the ground.
  • Senior Nursing opportunity to provide clinical leadership to staff
  • 1.0FTE (40 hours per week) - Permanent Position

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

Ashburton and Rural Health Services is seeking an Associate Clinical Nurse Manager (ACNM) to take up a key role in supporting the managerial functions of their respective Nurse Managers and providing strong clinical leadership to staff. This ACNM position is for Acute & Inpatient Services.

  • The ACNM - Acute & Inpatient Services, works under the direction of the Nurse Manager over the Inpatient Service at Ashburton Hospital, including the Acute Admitting Unit, Ward 1 and Ward 2 (the acute medical ward).

Within the ward and community environments, the ACNM is tasked with rostering and staff allocation. They work on the ground; that is, not only do they coordinate staffing and nursing care, they are also the direct point of contact for staff requiring clinical guidance and provide direction in service procedures and processes. The ACNM is the key implementer of the Nurse Manager's strategic plan, both in respects of ensuring the optimum utilisation of staff and resources across their respective services, but also in coaching and building the capability of staff. As such, they support the Nurse Manager in carrying out performance reviews and development plans.

About the Service

One of only four level three rural hospitals in the South Island, and the largest rural health facility in Canterbury, Ashburton and Rural Health Services provide a range of Inpatient, Day patient, Outpatient and Community based services to the community. Best responding to the unique needs of the surrounding rural communities, Ashburton and Rural Health Services' rural generalist model of care emphasises integrated care across all of their settings.

About You

Skills and Experience:

  • Senior Registered Nurse, with at least 5 years clinical practice
  • Team leadership experience (this can be both within and outside of clinical environments).
  • Demonstrate experience in both managing crisis situations and guiding staff through these (clinical or non-clinical)
  • Is Proficient or Expert on the Professional Development Recognition Programme.
  • Hold a relevant postgraduate qualification or in the process of securing one.
  • Be registered with the New Zealand Nursing Council, with a current APC.

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 Thursday 11th December. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria

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