Clinical Nurse Specialist - Stroke

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Working across the Bay of Plenty 
• 11-month Fixed Term, Part-time – 0.4 FTE
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

An exciting fixed-term opportunity has become available for a skilled and motivated Clinical Nurse Specialist – Stroke to lead patient-focused care across Bay of Plenty – Hauora a Toi.  This part-time position working 0.4 FTE (16 hours per week) is for a period of up to 11 months and offers a meaningful opportunity to shape and support stroke services during a critical time.

This senior role focuses on advanced assessment, nurse-led follow-up, and treatment monitoring for individuals that have had a stroke.  It also includes health education, service coordination, and acting as a clinical resource across both inpatient and outpatient settings.  

About the Team/Service/ Location

Serving a diverse population across Tauranga and Whakatāne hospitals, the neurology team is committed to evidence-based practice and high-quality, equitable care.  The service values leadership, collaboration, and innovation – making it a rewarding environment for experienced nurses ready to contribute at an advanced level.

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About you

This is a role for a clinically confident senior nurse with established expertise in stroke or long-term condition management.  A commitment to advancing nursing practice, delivering culturally safe care, and supporting peers is essential.

What you will bring:

• NZNC Registration and current Annual Practicing Certificate.
• Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing (preferably working toward a master's with prescribing endorsement).
• Proven experience in neurological or specialist nursing practice.
• Demonstrated leadership in service development, education, or quality improvement.
• Expert-level portfolio (PDRP or equivalent).
• A current, clean driver's licence and confidence working across both hospital sites.

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 13 June 2025.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact bp-Careers@bopdhb.govt.nz 

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.