Clinical Nurse Manager | Buller

• Buller Integrated Family Health Centre & Reefton Health | West Coast
• Full time permanent position working 40 hours per week

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

Join our team as the Northern Primary Care Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) at the Buller Integrated Family Health Centre & Reefton Health. In this pivotal role, you’ll oversee the coordination of nursing services across primary care in Westport and Reefton, ensuring high-quality, patient-focused care while managing resources responsibly.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage nursing teams across two locations, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
• Promote contemporary, patient-centred nursing practices in alignment with organizational goals and the Principles of the Treaty of Waitangi.
• Ensure legal, effective, and culturally sensitive nursing practices.
• Manage team resources efficiently and within budgetary constraints.
• Drive service improvements through quality management and effective complaint and incident handling.
• Facilitate integration of services and multidisciplinary care models.
• Mentor, support, and inspire nursing staff, fostering professional development.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Buller IFHC encompasses a primary care practice with an acute stabilisation unit (including primary birthing) based in Westport. The IFHC also offers community nursing and mental health services alongside other outpatient services.  Reefton Health is a primary practice inclusive of practice nurses and provides district nursing and well-child services. It also provides an array of outpatient services. You’ll be part of a Buller leadership team which includes three other Clinical Nurse Managers. 

The Buller region is nestled in the northern West Coast, one of the most scenic places in Aotearoa. With a temperate climate, extensive coastlines and a genuine ‘mountains to the sea’ landscape, it is a beacon for outdoor enthusiasts and those looking for a slice of paradise. Westport is a short hop to Nelson/Marlborough and Greymouth and boasts some amazing commuting scenery. Reefton is an hour south-east of Westport and is renowned for its abundant natural resources and adventure playground. ‘Gold in them thar hills’ is quite literally true for Reefton, which is rich in mineral resources and history. The Buller region’s community is warm, passionate and welcoming, with a good range of opportunities for schooling, amenities and retail. 

About You

• Qualifications: Registered Nurse with a current NZ Nursing Council Practising Certificate.
• Experience: 2–6+ years post-registration nursing experience, with prior experience in primary care and management preferred.
• Skills: Strong leadership, communication, and conflict resolution skills; ability to manage resources and align team goals with strategic objectives.
• Attributes: Innovative, culturally aware, accountable, and dedicated to ongoing self and team development.

Desirable:

• Postgraduate qualification in Nursing or Management (or working toward one).
• Experience in a management role within healthcare.

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. 

Health NZ West Coast is situated on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. It is unmatched for the scale, diversity, and accessibility of its natural attractions, including rugged coastline, sandy beaches, rainforests, and some of the highest mountain peaks in the country. The region boasts robust tourism and primary production industries, which provide the backbone of the local economy. The town of Hokitika is Southern to Te Tai o Poutini West Coast and is located alongside the historically rich and picturesque Hokitika river.

Health NZ West Coast are proud of how we do things. We have a way of working that we consider unique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come from and working together as one. We are passionate about attracting, recruiting, and retaining talented people – to become part of our team. 

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.