Clinical Nurse Lead - Theatre, Christchurch

Clinical Nurse Lead Southern Cross Christchurch Hospital Southern Cross Christchurch Hospital is the largest hospital within Southern Cross Healthcare’s national network, located centrally in Christchurch. The hospital features ten digital operating theatres, robotic technology with a skilled robotic team, advanced digital scanning technologies, and comprehensive consulting facilities.The hospital offers a first-class preadmission service, admissions, day surgery, and three inpatient wards, including a high dependency unit. It provides a wide range of elective surgical services such as Orthopaedic, Gynaecology, Ophthalmology, Oral and Facial Maxillary, Urology, Otolaryngology (ENT), Plastic&Reconstructive, Bariatric, General, and Endoscopic surgeries. Over 350 highly trained staff ensure high-quality patient care. Mō te Tūranga | About the Role Southern Cross’ Christchurch Hospital seeks an experienced Clinical Nurse Lead in General Surgery to join our dynamic and professional team. The role involves providing leadership to a team of theatre nurses. We have a full-time position, ideally suited for an experienced team player with leadership experience, who can inspire excellence in surgical care. The ideal candidate will be an excellent theatre nurse with strong interpersonal skills, capable of fostering clinical relationships with surgeons and healthcare professionals.Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate and applicable scope of practice in a surgical setting At least 5 years of post-registration theatre experience Postgraduate qualification in clinical nursing practice or working towards oneCompleted a postgraduate clinical assessment paper or equivalent Intermediate computer skills Previous leadership experience is desirable Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you Competitive remuneration Funded health insurance Christmas and New Year breaks Approved PDRP by Nursing Council of New ZealandFlexible working arrangements Relocation allowance Discounts from various partners Wellbeing programme Employee referral bonus scheme Opportunity to join our Employee Rainbow Network Ko wai matou | Our Organisation Southern Cross Healthcare aims to enhance quality healthcare in Aotearoa New Zealand. Our team of over 4,000 includes 2,000 nurses and technicians, working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health professionals. We are one of the largest and most trusted healthcare providers in New Zealand, guided by a purpose-driven ethos that considers long-term impact.Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion We uphold Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and aim to provide a culturally safe environment that values manaakitanga and diverse perspectives. We seek a workforce reflecting New Zealand’s diversity and welcome applications from all communities. For support or inquiries, contact our Talent Acquisition team at to view the position description of this role. Learn more about working with us>Learn more about Southern Cross Healthcare>#J-18808-Ljbffr