Clinical Nurse Educator – Ward
Clinical Nurse Educator – Ward
Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital
Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital is the only private surgical in-patient hospital on the Auckland’s North Shore. North Harbour Hospital has 8 Operating Rooms, a 14 bed Post Anaesthetic Care Unit, a modern well-equipped day stay facility unit and a 70-bed ward which includes a 4-bed intermediate care facility (ICF).
Surgical specialities include General Surgery, Gynaecology, Oral & Maxillofacial surgery, Urology, Orthopaedic surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive surgery, Urology, Otolaryngology and Robotic Surgery. In addition to the hospital, the broader North Shore campus is also home to a purpose-built endoscopy suite, on-site cardiology services, cancer care, pharmacy, sports medicine, radiology and more.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and experienced Clinical Nurse Educator to join our Surgical Ward for a 12-month fixed-term contract, covering parental leave. This is a rewarding role where you'll influence clinical excellence, support professional growth, and help shape the capability of our nursing workforce.
Working closely with the Education team, Ward Services Manager, Clinical Leaders and wider multidisciplinary team, you will champion a culture of learning, development and continuous improvement. You will design, coordinate and deliver education programmes, support onboarding and competency development, facilitate PDRP progression, and provide coaching and mentorship to nurses at all stages of their careers. You'll play a key role in strengthening clinical practice and evidence-based care, ensuring our patients continue to receive exceptional surgical services.
You'll contribute to quality improvement and practice development initiatives while supporting the Surgical Ward team. We're looking for someone who is proactive, adaptable and passionate about developing others in a positive and collaborative environment. You'll be joining a friendly and supportive team committed to exceptional patient care and staff development.
This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) fixed-term position for 12 months based at Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital. The role is worked Monday to Friday during standard business hours and offers flexibility around working hours within operational requirements.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current APC
- Minimum of 5 years' post-graduate nursing experience, ideally within a surgical ward environment
- Previous experience in clinical education, staff development, coaching or mentoring is highly desirable
- PDRP Level 3 or higher (desirable)
- Postgraduate qualification in clinical education or surgical nursing (desirable)
- Advanced clinical knowledge and expertise in surgical nursing practice
- Strong coaching, mentoring and relationship-building skills
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities
- A proactive, approachable and collaborative mindset, with the ability to engage and influence others
- Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office
- Commitment to evidence-based practice, quality improvement and patient safety
- Private healthcare experience is advantageous
Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you:
- Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package and employee referral bonus scheme
- Health & Wellbeing: Comprehensive wellbeing programme and generous Christmas/New Year breaks
- Flexibility & Growth: Flexible working arrangements and a Nursing Council-approved PDRP
- Perks & Community: Partners discounts and access to our Employee Network
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear. Our values shape everything we do:
- Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga
- Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all
- Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.
If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation.
Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora
Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.
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