Nurse Manager - 24/7 Clinical Leadership & Operations

New Zealand Government; Gisborne; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Gisborne Hospital seeks a senior nursing leader for the Duty Nurse Manager role. This 24-hour coordination position focuses on patient flow, staffing oversight, and operational support across Gisborne Hospital, with after-hours service delivery and risk management critical to safe care.

You will provide clinical leadership, coordinate resources, monitor acuity and workload, and serve as a key contact during emergencies, collaborating with clinical teams and

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current NZ APC.
• NZQA Postgraduate Diploma and working towards a Masters.
• PDRP Expert or Designated Senior Nurse level.
• Minimum of five years' clinical experience with leadership responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide 24-hour clinical coordination and patient flow management.
• Oversee staffing resources and operational support across Gisborne Hospital.
• Lead clinical teams and act as a key contact during emergencies and incidents.
• Monitor patient acuity and workload demands and ensure safe, high-quality care.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Clinical judgement

Operational awareness

Education

NZ APC (Annual Practising Certificate)

NZQA Postgraduate Diploma

Masters qualification underway

PDRP Expert / Designated Senior Nurse

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Gisborne Hospital seeks a senior nursing leader for the Duty Nurse Manager role. This 24-hour coordination position focuses on patient flow, staffing oversight, and operational support across Gisborne Hospital, with after-hours service delivery and risk management critical to safe care.

You will provide clinical leadership, coordinate resources, monitor acuity and workload, and serve as a key contact during emergencies, collaborating with clinical teams and