Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Day Surgery Unit

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

Support surgery to patients of all ages through a wide range of surgical specialties ranging from Dental, ENT, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Orthopaedic, Plastics, Urology and Paediatrics.

Our Day Surgery Unit is a one-stop shop.

In this role you will :

• coordinate and facilitate the smooth transitioning of both elective and acute patients through the day surgery theatres
• care for patients right across the continuum of care from preadmissions through to discharge
• accommodate patients admitted for a variety of non-theatre procedures
• operate in a small cohesive team of supportive and friendly health professionals
• initiate and participate in quality improvement activities
• embrace technological advancements
• contribute to the new Dunedin Hospital planning and transition
• create solutions to problems in a responsive manner
• deliver big picture ideas, planning and implementation.

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About us

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.

We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.

We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

You will have :

• New Zealand Nursing registration with a current APC
• proven leadership experience
• a strong vision for day surgery
• airway management skills (desirable but not essential).

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 diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Salary range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the DSN Pay Scale, between $114,025 and $121,444 p.a dependent on relevant experience.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Friday, 21 November

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury

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

We only accept online applications.

Please apply via our website.