Clinical Nurse Specialist - Occupational Health, Counties

• Permanent, full time
• Work across the Counties Manukau District 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. 

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities. 

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care. 

About the Role 

The Clinical Nurse Specialist (OH) works across designated districts within Health New Zealand, providing expert clinical advice and supporting the development and implementation of occupational health policies and processes. The role spans advanced clinical practice, education, consultation, and ongoing service and quality improvement.

About you 

You are a Registered Nurse with a current practising certificate, a tertiary qualification in Occupational Health, and at least five years' experience in the field. As a designated senior nurse within the PDRP framework, you bring advanced clinical knowledge, sound judgement, and a strong commitment to professional excellence.

Your technical background includes audiometry, spirometry, and current Authorised Vaccinator status, giving you the knowledge to guide, advise, and where appropriate, mentor others delivering these services.

You communicate well across all levels of an organisation, with strong verbal and written skills and a solid understanding of relevant legislation and health and safety requirements. Your advice and practice reflect current standards and best practice.

You have proven adult teaching and presentation skills, and are comfortable delivering education sessions and presenting occupational health matters to a range of audiences, supporting safer and healthier workplaces.

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.    

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 14 June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Matt Kelly at matt.kelly@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.