Charge Nurse Manager - Medical and Surgical Outpatients

Charge Nurse Manager –  Medical and Surgical Outpatients

Salary Band – $126,000 – $138,000 p.a + Kiwisaver

• Dunedin Hospital


• 1.0 FTE position (40 hours per week)


• Fixed term until 30/11/26

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

Our vision is to be a centre of clinical care and customer service excellence. We pride ourselves on having a strong focus on customer service, and its success is reliant on effective communication and teamwork.  

• Ensure that contemporary models of care are implemented and evaluated in response to the ever-changing needs of the community,


• Foster a culture that strives for excellence in clinical service provision within allocated resources.


• Lead and manage the department to provide efficient and effective services and participating in and leading department service planning.


• Develop a cohesive and productive team and ensuring best practice HR standards are met.


• Build solid networks, both within the region and externally.  


• Utilise excellent communication to inspire staff and be their advocate when needed. 


• Believe strongly in the value of education and research, to guide staff throughout every stage of their careers.

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About us

Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

• Hold a current NZ APC, and relevant post-graduate nursing experience,


• Nursing leadership experience


• Outpatient nursing leadership would be an advantage

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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.  

Salary Range
This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the DSN Pay Scale, between $126,124 and $138,057 p.a dependant on relevant experience.

How to Apply
To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 22 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury [email protected]
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.