Clinical Nurse Specialist - ENT

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidised onsite gym membership

Free flu vaccinations

Discounted goods

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Tauranga is seeking a Senior Clinical Nurse Specialist to lead clinical coordination across multidisciplinary teams, with a focus on ENT and Faster Cancer Treatment support.

You will perform clinical assessments, manage symptoms, run ENT-related clinics, educate patients and whānau, and collaborate with ENT surgeons, allied health, audiologists and primary care to deliver patient‑centred, equitable care.

Qualifications

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practising Certificate.
• Significant clinical experience in ENT or plastics.
• Postgraduate qualification or progress toward same.
• Demonstrated leadership in clinical coordination and service improvement.
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills.

Responsibilities

• Delivering specialist nursing assessments, education, and support for patients with ENT conditions
• Supporting patients and whānau to manage long-term treatment plans, medications, and self-care strategies
• Working collaboratively with ENT surgeons, allied health, audiologists and primary care to provide integrated, patient-centred care
• Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Providing culturally safe, equitable, and compassionate care in every interaction

Education

NZNC registration & Annual Practising Certificate

Postgraduate qualification in ENT/Plastics or related

Leadership in clinical coordination

Job description

• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

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

This opportunity is ideal for a senior nurse ready to take the next step in clinical leadership. Based in Tauranga, this Clinical Nurse Specialist position plays a critical role in supporting patients and whānau offering expert advice and coordination across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities include clinical assessment, symptom management, running Nurse lead ear clinics, Faster Cancer Treatment (FCT) Head and Neck oncology support, and education to ensure patients are empowered to make informed decisions. The role requires confident autonomous decision making, strong collaborative engagement with medical and multidisciplinary teams, and a drive to improve services in response to growing demand.

About the Team/Service/ Location

This CNS works in an environment that is collaborative, with a shared commitment to whānau-centred care and equity-focused practice. Located in the stunning Bay of Plenty, Tauranga offers professional development opportunities in a region known for its lifestyle balance.

This role would suit a senior Registered Nurse with experience in ENT, a post-graduate qualification, and a strong foundation in service improvement and patient care. A calm, responsive approach and proven ability to collaborate across clinical teams are essential.

What you will bring:

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Significant clinical experience in ENT or Plastics
• Postgraduate qualification (or working towards) in a relevant area
• Demonstrated leadership in clinical coordination and service improvement
• Excellent communication and critical thinking skills

Key Responsibilities

• Delivering specialist nursing assessments, education, and support for patients with ENT conditions
• Supporting patients and their whānau to manage long-term treatment plans, medications, and self-care strategies
• Working collaboratively with ENT surgeons, allied health, audiologists and primary care to provide integrated, patient-centred care
• Contributing to service development and quality improvement initiatives
• Providing culturally safe, equitable, and compassionate care in every interaction

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.