Clinical Nurse Specialist – Inpatient Rehabilitation

Location:  Inpatient Kenepuru Rehabilitation - this role works across both Wellington and Kenepuru Hospitals to support patient care and pathways.

Contract: Permanent Full-Time

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

We are seeking a dynamic and flexible Clinical Nurse Specialist to join our dedicated team and contribute to the ongoing development of high-quality care.

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) will provide specialist nursing advice, care and expertise in supporting other staff caring for patients with inpatient rehabilitation needs. 

The focus is on assisting, directing and supporting patient care and whānau within the inpatient settings at Wellington and Kenepuru Hospitals. The CNS role through modelling expert clinical skills, promoting best practice, facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration and providing education supports excellence in practice. 

The CNS will work closely with Consultant and Advanced Allied Health clinicians, rehabilitation educators and Senior Medical Officers in ensuring excellence in patient care and support the development and achievement of the strategic direction for rehabilitation services within the Community, Allied Health and Older Adult Service.  The salary range for this role is NZNO collective agreement Senior Designated Nurses Grade 2 $116,040 - $127,674.

About the Team/Service/ Location 

Kenepuru Rehabilitation (Ward 6) provides inpatient rehabilitation services for the Capital and Coast District at Kenepuru Hospital for people aged from 16 years. Examples of the types of patients who receive rehabilitation include stroke, complex neurological conditions, patients recovering post neurosurgery and amputees. 

The Rehabilitation Service has a strong focus on interdisciplinary practice and this role will work in partnership with Allied Health and the Medical Teams to enhance patient care, health outcomes and patient flow. 

The CNS is a key part of the Inpatient Kenepuru rehabilitation service and in this role will work across both Wellington and Kenepuru Hospitals to support patient care and pathways. 

About you 

The ideal candidate will hold the below essential qualifications, skills and experience:

• Expert level in Professional Development Recognition Programme (PDRP) 
• Passionate about Inpatient Rehabilitation and holds clinical expertise in this area
• Excellent communication in interpersonal, facilitation and coaching skills 
• Holds a Clinical Postgraduate Diploma qualification with a desire to complete a Masters qualification. 
• Full NZ Driver’s licence as the role works between Wellington and Kenepuru campuses 

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 22nd June 2025.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@TeWhatuora.govt.nz

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