Nurse Coordinator

5 days ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$60,000 - NZ$90,000 per year
  • Waikato Hospital
  • Permanent, Full-time (1.0 FTE)

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for a nurse to join our Care Capacity Demand Management (CCDM) and Releasing Time to Care (RTC) team. This role involves supporting and coordinating both programmes, making a real difference to safe staffing and the quality of patient care. You will hold a portfolio within the CCDM and RTC nursing team and work collaboratively across the district.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

The CCDM and RTC team consists of nurse coordinators led by the Deputy Chief Nurse, who holds the Safe Staffing portfolio. Together, we implement, sustain, and evaluate CCDM and RTC programmes aligned with the strategic intent of the Office of the Chief Nurse.

About you

We are looking for someone who has:

  • Strong people skills, Presentation skills, time management, ability to prioritise competing demands.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi
  • Familiarity with TrendCare and CCDM principles
  • Understanding of RTC, experience with improving quality including change management.
  • Ability to build and maintain strong relationships across the district
  • Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth (mandatory)
  • Experience in upholding Te Tiriti principles and frameworks, and applying Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches in healthcare settings (mandatory)

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 3 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jo Shea-Kelly 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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