Clinical Nurse Coordinator - Neonatal Unit

Work where others love to holiday - enjoy the beaches, bustling cafes, and vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga
Part-time position - 0.4 FTE
Ideal for an experienced neonatal nurse ready to step into a senior coordination role
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

Lead the coordination of care within Wahanga Piripoho Neonatal Unit at Tauranga Hospital. As Clinical Nurse Coordinator, you will oversee the daily flow of the unit, support nursing staff, and ensure safe, evidence-based practice across all shifts.

The Neonatal Unit is a Level 2 service with 12 cots, delivering high dependency care including CPAP, High Flow, TPN, and stabilisation of infants requiring transfer to tertiary NICU services. This role works closely with the Clinical Nurse Manager and the multidisciplinary team to maintain clinical standards, patient safety, and operational efficiency.

About the Team/Service/Location

Wahanga Piripoho Neonatal Unit provides specialised care for pēpi and whānau across the Bay of Plenty. The team is skilled, collaborative, and committed to delivering high-quality neonatal care in a supportive environment. Based at Tauranga Hospital, the service combines the pace and complexity of secondary care with the lifestyle benefits of coastal living.

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About You

You will be an experienced neonatal nurse with strong clinical credibility and a natural ability to lead. Calm under pressure, you bring sound judgement, clear communication, and a focus on safe, family centred care. Leadership, organisation, and the ability to support and guide colleagues are central to your practice.

What you will bring:

Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
Significant neonatal nursing experience within a Level 2 or higher service
Demonstrated leadership or coordination experience in a clinical setting
Commitment to evidence-based practice and quality improvement
Postgraduate nursing qualification completed or working towards
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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 apply for the role please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 1 March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact bp-Careers@tewhatuora.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.