Clinical Nurse Specialist - Te Manawa Taki - NPHS

Clinical Nurse Specialist - Te Manawa Taki - NPHS

• Support improvement of immunisation outcomes across Te Manawa Taki.
• Any NPHS office location in Te Manawa Taki.
• Nursing Collective agreements according to qualifications and experience – Designated Senior Nurse Grade 2 - 3

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.

About the Role

The Clinical Nurse Specialist in NPHS is a registered nurse with expert knowledge both in direct care delivery and in supporting others across this specialty area. This role provides subject matter expertise related to improving immunisation outcomes at a regional and local level working collaboratively to deliver the regional immunisation programme in a safe, efficient and professional manner.

About the Team / Service / Location

You will be joining a passionate and committed Community and Whanau Wellbeing team that is committed to improving immunisation outcomes for the people we serve. We are dedicated and driven to achieve Pae Ora (healthy futures for all) by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga / wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored.

About you

You understand the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and are skilled in applying its principles effectively in your role. You are a senior experienced nurse with expertise to establish, maintain and monitor quality and safety standards related to immunisation within Te Manawa Taki NPHS nursing workforce. You work well across multi-disciplinary teams with a collaborative and inclusive communication manner. You are a proven immunisation champion, with a strong understanding of the barriers to access that contribute to poor vaccination rates and a commitment to removing these barriers. You have a keen eye for detail and proven experience in policy and protocol writing.

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 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 by Sunday, 16 November 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha Pillay at

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

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