Clinical Nurse Specialist - Emergency Department

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital Contract: 0.8 FTE Permanent & 0.8 FTE 14 month Secondment Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, wh&#257nau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

We are a Level 6 Emergency Service committed to providing acute and emergent care to patients and their families/wh&#257nau within a multidisciplinary team. We aim to deliver high quality, safe, and equitable care at all times.As a Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS), we offer you the opportunity to join our highly motivated and professional team in Te Pae Tiaki | Emergency Department at Wellington Regional Hospital, where no two days are the same.

We have an exceptional team environment where your advanced emergency nursing skills and clinical leadership will be utilised to their full potential.This role is suited to an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse with demonstrated expertise in both Resuscitation and Triage. Applicants must have the clinical credibility, advanced assessment skills, and emergency nursing experience required to work autonomously in these high-acuity areas while providing expert support and leadership to the wider nursing team.

The successful candidate will build on this foundation through development in advanced nursing practice within the Minor Care Zone (MCZ), supported by clinical supervision, education, and agreed clinical pathways.As a Clinical Nurse Specialist, you will be involved in the management of low-acuity patients within Roh&#275 K&#257k&#257riki (Green Zone

• Minor Injuries and Illnesses area). CNS priorities include:Ensuring patients presenting to the department receive appropriate, safe, and timely nursing care consistent with the Clinical Nurse Specialist level of advanced nursing practice and within delegated authorities. Senior medical advice will be sought when required.Enhancing health outcomes for patients presenting with isolated injuries and single-system conditions through advanced clinical assessment, treatment, patient education, and discharge within agreed clinical guidelines and with SMO oversight.Improving the effectiveness and efficiency of care by implementing evidence-based, nurse-led solutions that meet patient needs within the emergency department.Acting as an expert nursing resource for the department, particularly in wound management, minor injuries, and isolated limb trauma.Working in partnership with Clinical Nurse Educators to support the ongoing development of nursing staff progressing through extended and advanced nursing practice pathways, including the provision of clinical supervision and bedside teaching.Providing clinical and professional leadership to improve patient outcomes, support nursing excellence, and enhance the quality of care delivered within the Minor Care Zone.Maintaining clinical expertise and leadership within Resuscitation and Triage, supporting patient flow, escalation of care, and expert nursing decision-making across the department.Contributing to the development of advanced nursing practice within Emergency Department services, supporting innovation, quality improvement initiatives, and service development. The ideal candidate will demonstrate:At least 5 years post registration with significant nursing experience and knowledge in emergency nursing practice. Nursing leadership experience Experience in multi-disciplinary practice and clinical teaching. Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand as an RN Current practising certificate Relevant post-graduate study or working towards Clinical Masters in Nursing. Progression to Senior Expert on PDRP About the Team/Service/ Location Te Pae Tiaki | Emergency Department is a mixed adult-paediatric department (20% children) with around 65,000 annual presentations and an admission rate of 40%; it is also the regional tertiary and trauma centre and is supported in-house by most specialties. We have a 16-bed ED Observation Unit, a fully functional Minor Care Zone (Rohe K&#257k&#257riki) and a separate paediatric zone (Wahi Tamariki).

About you

You are an experienced, confident, and resilient Registered Nurse who brings a strong foundation in acute and critical care nursing. With at least 4 years of experience in a Level 6 - tertiary Emergency Department, or a minimum of three years in a critical care settings (such as Medical-Surgical HDU or ICU), you are ready to take on the fast pace and complexity of emergency care with clarity and confidence.

You'll thrive in our high-performing team if you:New Zealand Post Grad Nursing Masters or working towards Nursing Masters. Bring solid clinical judgement and the ability to make swift, effective decisions in high-pressure situations. Have experience managing diverse, high-acuity presentations across adult and paediatric populations.

Are committed to delivering safe, culturally appropriate, and person/wh&#257nau-centred care. Collaborate well within a multidisciplinary environment, supporting both patients and colleagues. Embrace continuous learning, clinical leadership, and professional development. Understand and uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi in your everyday practice.

Contribute positively to quality improvement and service innovation. If you're seeking a role where your advanced skills and critical thinking are valued - and where every day offers growth, challenge, and impact - this is your next step.Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.

We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability.

A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on M&#257ori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@Te. Whatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.