• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Community
• Permanent, 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Job Security & Growth – Enjoy long-term career stability in an essential and ever-growing industry.

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 a Continence Clinical Nurse Specialist to bring expertise, compassion, and innovation to our community-based team. In this specialist role, you will lead the assessment, management, and education of patients with bladder and bowel dysfunction. You’ll operate both autonomously and within a supportive multidisciplinary environment, providing care across a variety of settings.

This is a highly rewarding role where your work will have a direct and meaningful impact on people’s quality of life. You’ll champion preventative care, deliver evidence-based interventions, and empower both whānau and health professionals through education and tailored support.

Whether you’re a local or looking to relocate to New Zealand, this is a unique opportunity to grow your career and make a difference in a supportive and forward-thinking health system.

About the Team/Service/ Location

You’ll join a dedicated and experienced team of Specialist Nurses who are passionate about delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across the Hawke’s Bay region. Collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything we do.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

We’re looking for a passionate and experienced nurse who can help lead specialist continence care in our region. You’ll bring:

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• A postgraduate qualification (or progress toward one) in a relevant clinical area
• Demonstrated experience in continence care or a closely related field
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit
• A genuine commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and to achieving equitable health outcomes

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and contribute to meaningful change, we’d love to hear from you.

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 review the position profile, click HERE To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, feel free to contact Maree Gladstone via email: maree.gladstone@hbdhb.govt.nz

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