• Associate Charge Nurse Manager- Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre, Hamilton
• Permanent part time 0.8 FTE
• An outstanding career opportunity for an experienced mental health nurse wishing to move into a leadership role within our Mental Health & Addictions Service.

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

The Associate Charge Nurse Manager ( ACNM) is a key senior role within our HRBC afterhours co-ordination team and is responsible for providing leadership and support after hours

The ACNM will work in close collaboration with the Charge Nurse Manager of the mental health bureau to manage bureau staff activities and also manage and provide leadership afterhours across all Mental Health & Addiction Services, including HRBC inpatient services, OPR1 and afterhours community teams

Key responsibilities of the role:

• manage emergency response situations in conjunction with the campus duty manager
• facilitate and coordinate the safe and efficient flow of tangata whaiora into and out of the inpatient service afterhours.
• facilitate and coordinate staff resources to meet the demands of the service.

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About the Team/Service

It’s the perfect time to join our team. We have a brand new facility being built which will be ready for occupancy in 2026; you will work in a state of the art purpose built facility, where we aim to be delivering a service which is culturally led and clinically underpinned.

Be part of leading this change, alongside great multi-disciplinary teams and including our taangata whaiora and whaanau.

About Hamilton

Waikato Hospital is a major regional hospital in Hamilton and is a leading tertiary teaching hospital located in Hamilton, New Zealand, serving as the regional hub for the Midland area, which includes the Waikato, Bay of Plenty, Lakes, Tairawhiti, and Taranaki districts. With around 722 inpatient beds, 22 operating theatres, and a dedicated outpatient clinic and procedure centre, Waikato Hospital provides comprehensive hospital services, including radiology, laboratory, and pharmacy. As a major teaching hospital with affiliations to the University of Auckland, University of Waikato, and Wintec, it offers a dynamic learning environment and access to research opportunities. The hospital is equipped with advanced diagnostic and treatment facilities located on the Waiora Waikato Hospital Campus, with both road and air ambulance support.

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

As an Associate Charge Nurse Manager you will:

• Hold a current New Zealand nursing registration and practising certificate with scope to work in mental health

• Have 4-5 years of clinical experience working in an in-patient mental health environment
• Have a passion for making a difference to the lives of our taangata whaiora and whaanau
• The ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, high pressured environment

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 24 April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amanda Lewis at amanda.lewis-wilson@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

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