Clinical Nurse Manager - Special Care Baby Unit

About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare to all New Zealanders. We are committed to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and strive to create a health system that is inclusive and equitable. Our Lakes district facilities in Rotorua and Taupo are modern and progressive, and we take pride in being part of a community known for its outdoor recreational activities, family-friendly beaches, and diverse cultural landscape. About the Role We are currently seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager for the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) at Lakes Rotorua Hospital. In this full-time role, you will have the unique opportunity to lead a dedicated team while also maintaining your clinical skills, with 0.2 FTE allocated for direct clinical workload. As the Clinical Nurse Manager, you will be responsible for the day-to-day management of staff and resources within the SCBU and the Child Health Outreach Specialists team (CHOS). You will work closely with the Neonatal Nurse Practitioner to provide professional nursing leadership and support, fostering an environment that promotes the development and maintenance of high standards of nursing care. Your goal will be to enhance client care outcomes through continuous quality improvement in nursing and clinical service delivery. About the Team/Service/Location The SCBU at Lakes DHB is a level two neonatal unit equipped with 10 beds, providing care for sick and/or preterm infants greater than 32 weeks gestation. The Children's Outreach Nursing Service caters to children with acute and chronic illnesses in their homes throughout the Lakes area, supported by a team of experienced children's nurses available five days a week. Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes offers a wonderful opportunity to balance a rewarding professional career with an exceptional lifestyle. Our supportive and inclusive work environment is complemented by competitive salaries, free staff parking, flu vaccinations, discounts with local businesses, and access to an Employee Assistance Program. About You We are looking for an experienced neonatal nurse who possesses advanced clinical skills and a strong commitment to providing safe, compassionate, and family-centered care to newborns and their families. You should have demonstrated leadership abilities and thrive in a collaborative environment where excellence, empathy, and clinical safety are prioritized. Your experience in supporting, guiding, and inspiring nursing teams will help foster a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and multidisciplinary teamwork. Your calm and organized approach will enable you to manage the demands of a busy neonatal unit while focusing on staff wellbeing, equitable care, and achieving the best outcomes for our most vulnerable patients. Qualifications - Master’s Degree or equivalent, either completed or in progress - Registered Nurse (RN) / Registered General Nurse (RGON) / Registered Child Nurse (RCpN) with a current practicing certificate - Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, completed - Post-graduate qualification or equivalent in a clinical area How to Apply To apply for this position, please click on the "apply now" button. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before the closing date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact us at vacancy@lakesdhb.govt.nz. Please note that the selection process will begin as soon as the position is advertised. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy closing date may be subject to change.