Clinical Nurse Lead - Part-time

You can help bring our villages to life! 

At Summerset, from the moment we start developing a village to when our residents call it home, it’s the passion and dedication of our people that brings our villages to life. We are one team, united by being part of something bigger – bringing the best of life to our residents. 

Reporting to the Care Centre Manager, this role will help to provide leadership, support, and clinical guidance to our incredible Care Centre team, at our Palmerston North village.

Responsibilities Include:

• Assist in providing clinical guidance, day to day direction, and leadership to the Care Centre team.
• Working closely with Care Centre Manager to help support safe operation of the care team.
• Active involvement with the Summerset quality management programme.
• Consult with residents and their advocates to establish shared expectations of care and service delivery
• Acting as a clinical liaison for health care team members with a key focus on the primary care team, pharmacists, podiatrists, physiotherapist, dietitian, and specialist services that are required for individual residents.

This is a permanent part-time role, working Wednesday to Saturday, 7.00am to 3.15pm.

You’ll bring experience in a clinical environment with a deep understanding of the aged care sector and Te Whatu Ora standards. You’ll be an experienced Clinical Nurse Lead with solid aged care experience in New Zealand.

Other attributes include:

• A Registered Nurse with a current NZNC practising certificate and your PDRP achieved to level 2-4
• A high degree of clinical expertise ideally in the aged care sector
• Computer literacy including clinical care systems
• A team player with a strong commitment to be a positive influence, coach and mentor
• A skilled communicator with a proven ability to build positive relationships.

Why Summerset? 

When you join Summerset, you’re joining a team that values you – your contribution, your growth, and your wellbeing.   

For a passionate leader this will be the exciting challenge you crave. You'll get excellent remuneration, the support of a friendly team, and all the satisfaction of making a real difference in people's lives. 

Summerset's known for its excellent benefits and strong sense of values around care, teamwork and drive for excellence. With some of the best benefits in the sector, some of these include: 

• Free Southern Cross health insurance (covering up to 75% of charges for GPs, dentists, physios and more) 
• Birthday leave, so you can take your special day off on us 

• Opportunities to grow your career in one of NZ’s fastest-growing aged care providers 

Next Steps: Applications for this role will close on Wednesday 15th October. This role may close early due to an increased number of applications - apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment!