PA to Chief Nurse, Office of the Chief Nurse

5 days ago

Gisborne, Gisborne, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$40,000 - NZ$50,000 per year
  • Tairawhiti/ Gisborne, Fixed Term, Full time
  • Be at the heart of healthcare leadership in a role where no two days are the same
  • Enjoy a supportive team culture, flexible working options, and the chance to make a meaningful impact

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 highly organised and motivated administrator who thrives in a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy supporting leaders, juggling priorities, and ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of a department?

We are seeking a proactive and professional Personal Assistant to support the Chief Nurse at Gisborne Hospital. This is a full-time role providing high-level administrative support to the Chief Nurse and the broader Nursing and Quality Services team.

In this role, you'll use your exceptional communication, coordination, and time management skills to:

  • Manage calendars, meetings, and communications
  • Support departmental planning, reporting, and quality systems
  • Liaise with internal and external stakeholders
  • Contribute to ongoing improvement initiatives within the team

Youll be a key point of contact within the hospital and the wider Tairāwhiti community, so professionalism, discretion, and relationship-building will be critical to your success.

You can find more details about the role in the Position Description here

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Nursing and Quality Services team at Gisborne Hospital plays a crucial role in upholding the safety, quality, and professional standards of nursing care across the region. We are a friendly, collaborative team passionate about delivering excellent outcomes for our community.

Tairāwhiti / Gisborne offers an unbeatable lifestyle a stunning coastal region with a warm climate, vibrant Māori culture, and a true sense of community.

Click here for more information on living and working in Gisborne

About you

To succeed in this role, you will bring:

Proven experience as a PA or senior administrator, ideally in a healthcare setting

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Strong time management and the ability to prioritise competing demands

A flexible, professional, and team-focused approach

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. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Margaret Broughton

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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