Clinical Nurse Manager

About the Role

Step into a leadership position where your expertise truly shapes outcomes for children and their whānau. You'll lead a 10-bed neonatal unit caring for preterm and unwell infants (32+ weeks gestation), while also overseeing a community service that supports children with acute and chronic conditions in their own homes. Alongside inspiring and developing your team, you'll keep your clinical practice sharp with 0.2 FTE protected time dedicated to direct patient care.

Package and Benefits

• You'll be well supported to thrive in this role, with :
• Competitive salary package
• Protected clinical time (0.2 FTE) to maintain and grow your expertise
• Relocation support considered
• Ongoing professional development and leadership training
• Supportive, inclusive, and progressive workplace culture
• Excellent lifestyle and recreational opportunities nearby
• Free staff parking, flu vaccinations, and local business discounts
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the daily operations of staff and resources
• Provide strong professional leadership and inspire your nursing team
• Champion high-quality, family-centred care for neonates and their whānau
• Build capability and maintain excellence in nursing practice
• Drive innovation and continuous improvement to achieve outstanding outcomes

Skills and Experience

• Proven background in neonatal nursing with advanced clinical expertise
• Current NZ Registered Nurse with practising certificate
• Master's degree (completed or in progress)
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to guide, mentor, and empower others
• Passionate about delivering safe, compassionate, family-focused care
• Calm, organised, and resilient in a busy clinical environment
• Committed to equity of care, staff wellbeing, and continuous improvement

Take the Next Step

If you're ready to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact in neonatal care, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today and take your career to the next level.

Reference : 213421

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Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Elise Pope on +64 27 537 2799 or epope@frontlinehealth.co.nz quoting the reference number above.

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Consultant

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Reference number : 213421

Profession : Healthcare & MedicalNursing - Management

Company : Frontline Health Auckland

Date posted : 9th Nov, 2025