Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Emergency

New Zealand Government Joba; Northland; On-site; NZD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Clinical Nurse Coordinator for Whangārei Hospital's Emergency Department. The role provides clinical leadership, coordinates daily ED operations and supports patient flow and safety.

The successful candidate will have RN registration with significant ED experience, strong assessment and decision‑making skills, and a commitment to high‑quality, patient‑centred care within a multidisciplinary team.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse registration and nursing experience.
• Minimum five years in an Emergency Department.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Coordinate care and manage competing priorities.
• Calm, supportive leadership style.
• Commitment to patient safety and quality improvement.
• Evidence‑based practice.
• Ability to work with a multidisciplinary team.
• Passion for developing and supporting other nurses.

Responsibilities

• Provide visible clinical leadership and support to nursing staff.
• Coordinate day-to-day clinical operations of the Emergency Department.
• Support patient flow, prioritisation and timely access to care.
• Provide clinical guidance in complex situations.
• Promote high standards of nursing practice and safety.
• Mentor nurses at different career stages.
• Contribute to staff education and capability building.
• Collaborate with medical and allied health teams.
• Identify opportunities for service improvement and quality initiatives.
• Act as a role model and advocate for patients, whānau and staff.

Skills

ED leadership

Nursing leadership

Coordination

Clinical assessment

Communication

Decision making

Patient safety

Mentoring

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Staff development

Job description

Permanent, part-time roles based at Whangārei Hospitals Emergency DepartmentLead clinical coordination in one of Northlands busiest and most dynamic healthcare environments, making a real difference to patient outcomes every day

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

As a Clinical Nurse Coordinator, you will provide clinical leadership and coordination across the Emergency Department, working closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure the delivery of safe, effective and patient‑centred care.

You will be responsible for:

• Providing visible clinical leadership and support to nursing staff
• Coordinating the day-to-day clinical operations of the Emergency Department
• Supporting patient flow, prioritisation and timely access to care
• Providing clinical guidance and support in complex and challenging situations
• Promoting high standards of nursing practice, patient safety and quality care
• Supporting and mentoring nurses at different stages of their careers
• Contributing to staff education, professional development and capability building
• Working collaboratively with medical, allied health and other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Identifying opportunities for service improvement and contributing to quality initiatives
• Acting as a positive role model and advocate for patients, whānau and staff

This is an exciting opportunity to take the next step in your career while remaining closely connected to clinical practice. You will be supported to develop your leadership skills and make a meaningful contribution to the ongoing development of our Emergency Department.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Emergency Department at Whangārei Hospital provides 24/7 emergency care to the people of Northland and sees a broad range of acute presentations across all age groups. Our dedicated team of nurses, doctors and allied health professionals work collaboratively in a challenging and rewarding environment focused on delivering timely, compassionate and high-quality care.

Based in Whangārei, youll enjoy the unique lifestyle Northland has to offer, with world-class beaches, outdoor recreation, a warm climate and welcoming communities all on your doorstep.

For more information on living and working in Northland

About you

We are looking for an experienced ED nurse who brings strong clinical knowledge, confidence in a fast-paced environment, and a genuine commitment to supporting others. You will ideally have:

• Current Registered Nurse registration and relevant nursing experience
• Significant experience (minimum of five years) working in an Emergency Department
• Strong clinical assessment and decision‑making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate care and manage competing priorities
• A calm, supportive and approachable leadership style
• A commitment to patient safety, quality improvement and evidence‑based practice
• The ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team
• A passion for developing and supporting other nurses
• Previous leadership, charge nurse, shift coordinator or senior nursing experience would be advantageous.

If you are an experienced ED nurse who is ready to lead, support and inspire others, we would love to hear from you.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 21 October 2026.

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.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact the Recruitment Team at [e-mail]