Job Description
1.0FTE (40 hours per week) Permanent full time position
Monday to Friday 0800 ' 1630 hours
Based at Christchurch Outpatients Building
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
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Vascular Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Outpatients team. This is an advanced nursing role focused on providing expert, evidence-based care to patients with complex vascular conditions while leading and developing nursing practice within the specialty.
As a CNS, you will provide both direct and indirect clinical leadership to improve health outcomes for vascular outpatients. You will act as a key clinical resource, supporting assessment, clinical decision-making, care planning and evaluation, while promoting excellence in documentation and practice standards.
About the Service
The Vascular Outpatients Service provides specialist assessment, treatment planning and ongoing management for patients with a wide range of vascular conditions. The team works closely with vascular surgeons, medical staff, allied health professionals and community providers to ensure safe, coordinated and high-quality care.
Our service is committed to continuous quality improvement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and delivering care that is consumer and whānau focused.
About You
You will be an experienced senior nurse with advanced clinical expertise in vascular nursing or a closely related specialty. You will bring strong leadership capability, a commitment to excellence in clinical practice, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current APC
A minimum of five years' experience in vascular or related specialty nursing
Advanced nursing skills comparable to senior nurse/expert PDRP level
Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to influence nursing practice
A relevant postgraduate qualification (Postgraduate Diploma minimum), or working towards completion
A commitment to professional development and maintaining a professional portfolio
You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to build effective relationships, and a strong patient and whānau focus. You will demonstrate confidence, initiative, and a commitment to improving health outcomes through innovation and evidence-based practice.
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
To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Thursday 26th February. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at [email protected]
Monday to Friday 0800 ' 1630 hours
Based at Christchurch Outpatients Building
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
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Vascular Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our Outpatients team. This is an advanced nursing role focused on providing expert, evidence-based care to patients with complex vascular conditions while leading and developing nursing practice within the specialty.
As a CNS, you will provide both direct and indirect clinical leadership to improve health outcomes for vascular outpatients. You will act as a key clinical resource, supporting assessment, clinical decision-making, care planning and evaluation, while promoting excellence in documentation and practice standards.
About the Service
The Vascular Outpatients Service provides specialist assessment, treatment planning and ongoing management for patients with a wide range of vascular conditions. The team works closely with vascular surgeons, medical staff, allied health professionals and community providers to ensure safe, coordinated and high-quality care.
Our service is committed to continuous quality improvement, interdisciplinary collaboration, and delivering care that is consumer and whānau focused.
About You
You will be an experienced senior nurse with advanced clinical expertise in vascular nursing or a closely related specialty. You will bring strong leadership capability, a commitment to excellence in clinical practice, and the ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
To be successful in this role, you will have:
Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current APC
A minimum of five years' experience in vascular or related specialty nursing
Advanced nursing skills comparable to senior nurse/expert PDRP level
Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to influence nursing practice
A relevant postgraduate qualification (Postgraduate Diploma minimum), or working towards completion
A commitment to professional development and maintaining a professional portfolio
You will have excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the ability to build effective relationships, and a strong patient and whānau focus. You will demonstrate confidence, initiative, and a commitment to improving health outcomes through innovation and evidence-based practice.
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
To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Thursday 26th February. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at [email protected]
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Clinical Nurse Specialist - Vascular Outpatients position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Christchurch offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.
