Theatre Nurse Team Leader

Frontline Health Auckland; Albert-Eden; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Auckland is looking for an experienced Theatre RN to fill a new leadership role. This full-time position involves overseeing department operations during afternoon shifts, supporting clinical teams, and ensuring efficient workflows in a dynamic environment. Candidates should have a solid Theatre RN background and experience supervising others. A competitive salary and several benefits, including professional development and free parking, are offered.

Benefits

Competitive pay aligned with NZNO collective agreement

Free parking

Thorough induction programme

Ongoing professional support

Subsidised private health insurance after two years

Qualifications

• Solid background working as a Theatre RN in a New Zealand hospital.
• Experience supervising teams or coordinating theatre services.
• Confident with delegation and decision-making.

Responsibilities

• Oversee department operations during shifts.
• Coordinate workflows and allocate resources.
• Support staff and specialists on the floor.

Skills

Theatre RN experience

Supervisory experience

Delegation skills

Decision-making skills

Relationship building

Current nursing registration

Job description

About the Role

Take the next step in your career with this brand-new leadership opportunity. You'll provide hands-on guidance across the team, support clinical decision-making, and be the key point of contact during each shift.

This role is not open to new graduates or international nurses.

This is a permanent, full-time position based on weekday afternoon shifts (12:30pm-9:00pm, Monday to Friday).

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee department operations during afternoon and evening hours
• Coordinate team workflows and allocate resources effectively
• Be a visible presence on the floor, supporting both staff and specialists
• Maintain smooth communication with key contacts including wards, couriers, reception, cleaning services, pathology, blood bank and more
• Contribute to planning and preparation for the following day"s activity

Benefits

• Competitive pay aligned with the employers NZNO collective agreement
• Free parking right on site
• Thorough induction programme plus continued professional support
• Ongoing encouragement and support for professional development
• Enjoy time off with a Christmas/New Year closure period
• Access subsidised private health insurance after two years of service
• Take advantage of staff discounts across gyms, retail, pharmacy, and hospital services

Skills & Experience

• Solid background working as a Theatre RN in a New Zealand hospital, with scrub experience across a range of procedures
• Previous exposure to supervising teams or coordinating theatre services
• Confident in delegation, quick thinking, and sound decision-making
• Professional, positive, and resilient under pressure
• Skilled at building strong working relationships with surgeons, anaesthetists, and wider theatre teams
• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand

Ready to take the lead and make your mark in this newly created role? Apply now with your CV or get in touch for a confidential chat to learn more.

Reference #213617

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