Specialty Clinical Nurse

5 days ago

Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$90,000 - NZ$110,000 per year
  • Based at Tauranga Hospital
  • Permanent part-time position – 0.5 FTE
  • A role that balances career growth with the rewards of a supportive team

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

This permanent part-time position offers the opportunity to join our amazing and committed Breast Care Team achieving positive clinical outcomes for our communities. This position is based at Tauranga and provides care to breast service patients at both Tauranga and Whakatane Hospitals. From time-to-time travel to Whakatane Hospital to support service provision is expected.

We are looking for a registered nurse with proven expertise and an education in breast care nursing. The Specialty Clinical Nurse works in a delegated role within the team to provide evidenced based management of the patients within surgical, non-surgical treatments, and Faster Cancer Treatment pathways. If you share our passion for delivering meaningful patient and Whanau-centred care, and have expertise in this specialty area we would love to hear from you.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Breast Care team at Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is collaborative and committed to providing safe, efficient, and compassionate care. Speciality Clinical Nurses report to the Clinical Nurse Specialist lead, and work alongside a multidisciplinary group to manage a wide range of Breast conditions, ensuring patients receive timely, and effective treatment.

Located in the Bay of Plenty, Tauranga Hospital offers the professional rewards of a busy secondary hospital and the lifestyle perks of living in one of New Zealand's most sought-after coastal regions.

About You

The successful applicant will be an experienced, adaptable Registered Nurse with a passion for Breast care. Strong communication, organisational skills, and a calm demeanour under pressure is essential. The ability to work collaboratively as part of a team, while maintaining safe and effective clinical practice, will be key to success in this role. The ability to compassionately support patients, whānau, and staff, while building strong relationships is essential.

What you will bring:

  • Current NCNZ registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
  • Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient-centred care
  • Experience in breast care nursing, with strengths in critical thinking, planning and navigating alongside patients
  • Ability to adapt quickly and work effectively in a team environment to meet service goals
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
  • A positive, professional approach with a sense of humour and resilience

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 1 December 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact bp-

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

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