- Gisborne Hospital, Tairāwhiti | Permanent Full-time
- Lead infection prevention and control initiatives that safeguard patients, staff, and whānau
- Enjoy true work/life balance in a stunning coastal region, with a supportive, community-focused team
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
Position Description | Specialty Clinical Nurse
Are you a passionate and experienced nurse ready to lead the way in infection prevention and control? We are seeking a Specialty Clinical Nurse to join our dedicated team in Tairāwhiti, making a real difference in the health and safety of our community.
As a Specialty Clinical Nurse Specialist in Infection Prevention and Control, you will work with our Clinical Nurse Specialist to:
- Provide expert, evidence-based advice and leadership across our healthcare services, directly impacting patient outcomes and staff safety.
- Lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of our Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) programme, ensuring compliance with national standards and best practice
- Act as a key advisor and educator, supporting staff and stakeholders through consultation, training, and ongoing professional development
- Monitor and analyse infection data, conduct surveillance, and lead outbreak management and pandemic planning initiatives
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, fostering a culture of quality improvement, safety, and innovation
About the Team/Service/ Location
Gisborne Hospital is part of Te Whatu Ora Tairāwhiti, where our small, close-knit teams are committed to delivering high-quality care to our local community. Our region is known for its beautiful beaches, rich culture, and relaxed lifestyle – the perfect setting for work/life balance.
About you
We’re looking for someone with:
- Registered Nurse with a current NCNZ practising certificate.
- Minimum of 3 years’ nursing experience, with a NZQA (or equivalent) post-graduate certificate
- Proven leadership skills, with the ability to influence, educate, and inspire others in a complex healthcare environment
- Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving abilities.
You’ll bring passion, professionalism, and a drive to lead continuous improvement in infection prevention and control.
We are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving equity through our Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. We aspire to a workforce reflective of the communities we serve.
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.
How to Apply
All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
