Regional Clinical and Quality Manager- Upper South

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

· Attractive annual salary, plus vehicle for work purposes

· Permanent Full Time – 40 hours per week

· Collaborative team environment with opportunities to implement clinical improvements

Heritage Lifecare have a rare and exciting opportunity for a Regional Clinical and Quality Manager to provide advice and support, coaching and mentoring to Care Home Managers, Clinical Services Managers, and Registered Nurses across our care homes within the Upper Island.

Reporting to the Head of Clinical Strategy and Delivery, we believe in working as a team to create greatness, and you will see yourself working in collaboration with a Regional Business Manager People and Culture Business Partner to deliver clinical consistency and excellence across Heritage Lifecare.

You will be an enthusiastic and focused senior clinical member with a Registered Nurse annual practicing certificate, with a drive to ensure high-level clinical care is provided to our residents by undertaking clinical leadership, quality management, and continuous improvement.

We will offer you a permanent full-time position, with an attractive annual salary and a vehicle for work purposes. There will be travel requirements in this role.

He pūkenga tou | Skills & Experience

· Current NCNZ APC as a Registered Nurse

· Experience as a senior registered nurse managing clinical teams

· Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate well with all levels of the organisation as well as with outside parties

· Strong understanding of interRAI principles and experience with eCase

· Ability to interpret data and design

· Valid Full NZ Drivers Licence

· A sound understanding of Nga Paerewa Services Standard and the practical application of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in the workplace.

Nau mai haere mai ki Heritage Lifecare | Welcome to Heritage Lifecare

Heritage Lifecare is a trusted aged care provider to over 2,500 people, providing residential aged care services and care homes throughout New Zealand. We are driven to nurture and grow environments that feel like home by promoting inclusion, interaction, and strong community values.

We recognise Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its importance to Māori and how it applies to the work at Heritage Lifecare. This includes adhering to the concepts of whanaungatanga, whakapapa and manaakitanga when dealing with people to foster an environment where people can work together with ease and understanding.

Our team is built on the foundation of respecting individuals, both residents and staff. We pride ourselves on fostering a culture where we strive to make a Better Everyday for our residents.

South Island Based | Exciting opportunity to provide clinical guidance and support across Heritage Lifecare Care Homes to enhance clinical excellence

· Collaborative work environment with supportive and approachable management

· Attractive annual salary + work vehicle

· Join one of NZ's most progressive aged care organisations

Tono mai | How to Apply

Please submit an online application by selecting the 'Apply' link.  You will be taken to our online application platform to complete an easy online application. You will be required to upload a up to date Resume, and a Cover Letter that outlines your suitability and motivation to apply for this role.

We will be reviewing applications as they are received and progressing to interviews quickly. We reserve the right to close advertising early if the position is filled during the advertising period.

We encourage candidates of all backgrounds to apply. We welcome diversity and the different perspectives such diversity brings to our work.

For a confidential conversation regarding this position, please contact Karen Lake (Head of Clinical Strategy and Delivery) on

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand.

For a copy of the Job Description visit Regional-Clinical-&-Quality-Manager-PD-