Charge Nurse, Vascular Transplant and Upper GI

About the Company At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are dedicated to providing exceptional healthcare to the people of New Zealand. We believe in cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce, which allows us to better understand and meet the needs of our community. We actively encourage applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. About the Role We are excited to offer a Senior Nurse opportunity within our Perioperative team at Te Toka Tumai Auckland. This full-time position involves a commitment of 40 hours per week, based at Auckland City Hospital's Level 8 Theatres. In this role, you will lead a highly specialized nursing team, collaborating closely with other Adult and Emergency Theatre Service Charge Nurses. Your focus will be on ensuring efficient theatre utilization and providing a high-quality surgical journey for both adult and pediatric patients. You will work alongside senior health professionals to coordinate elective and acute workloads across Level 8 operating rooms. Your responsibilities will include overseeing daily theatre sessions for your specialties, organizing a team of nurses and healthcare assistants, and managing clinical resources. Your goal will be to achieve excellent health outcomes in a compassionate and equitable manner while maintaining a safe working and patient environment. For more details about the position, please refer to the full position description. If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Lili Virtosu, Theatre Manager for Level 8 ORs, at LilianaV@adhb.govt.nz. About You We are looking for an experienced senior Registered Nurse with leadership experience in a tertiary hospital setting, preferably within operating rooms. You should possess excellent communication skills and be a proactive driver of quality improvement initiatives, emphasizing patient safety and care excellence. To be considered for this role, you should meet the following requirements: - Advanced clinical practice knowledge with at least 5 years of operating room experience - Strong decision-making skills and a commitment to providing outstanding care - Proven expertise in setting standards and managing practices to meet those standards - Ability to provide coaching and address performance issues effectively - Strong accountability for resource and budget management - Current NZ Nursing Council Registration and an annual practicing certificate - A commitment to upholding Te Tiriti o Waitangi Ideally, you will have completed or be working towards a post-graduate qualification. Benefits We offer a supportive work environment that values professional development and growth. Your contributions will directly impact the quality of care we provide to our patients, making a meaningful difference in their lives. How to Apply If you are interested in this role, please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by May 25. Should you have any questions about the position, you can contact Michelle Kanth at michelle.kanth@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may begin the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement. We look forward to receiving your application.