Clinical Nurse Specialist, Malignant Haematology

Part-time, 0.6 FTE
North Shore Hospital and Waitākere Hospital
 

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

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced haematology nurse to join our service as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Malignant Haematology.

This advanced nursing practice role provides specialist assessment, care coordination, education, clinical leadership and expert support for patients and whānau affected by malignant haematological disorders. You will work across inpatient, outpatient and community settings, supporting patients throughout their journey from diagnosis and treatment through to surveillance, survivorship, relapse, palliative care and end-of-life care, where required.

Key responsibilities include:

• Undertaking comprehensive and focused assessments of patients with malignant haematological disorders.
• Monitoring disease status, treatment response and treatment-related complications.
• Supporting patients receiving systemic anti-cancer therapies and other specialised haematology treatments.
• Coordinating care across inpatient, outpatient, community, primary, secondary and tertiary services.
• Providing specialist advice about symptom management, treatment toxicities, infection risks, febrile neutropenia and other haematological emergencies.
• Educating and supporting patients and whānau to understand their diagnosis, treatment options, supportive care and escalation plans.
• Contributing to clinical governance, quality improvement, service development, education, audit and evidence-based practice.
• Acting as a clinical leader, mentor and expert resource for nursing and multidisciplinary colleagues.

About the team

Our Haematology Service is an established, dynamic and growing department based at North Shore Hospital, with services also provided at Waitākere Hospital. Our clinical areas include malignant haematology, acute thrombosis and general haematology, supported by an active research team undertaking studies in malignant haematology and thrombosis.

You will join a supportive senior nursing team that values clinical excellence, innovation, collaboration and culturally safe care. The role provides an opportunity to influence service development, strengthen specialist nursing practice and make a meaningful difference to patients and whānau.

About you

You will be an experienced haematology nurse with advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills. You will be confident working with patients experiencing complex malignant haematological conditions and able to coordinate care across multiple services and settings.

You will bring:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with a Nursing Council of New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate.
• A Postgraduate Diploma in Nursing or a relevant specialty practice.
• An Expert-level Professional Development and Recognition Programme portfolio, or progress towards attainment.
• A completed masters degree, or current study towards a masters degree in nursing, health science or a related discipline.
• Significant recent experience in haematology nursing.
• Experience caring for patients with malignant haematological disorders.
• Advanced clinical assessment, reasoning and decision-making skills.
• Clinical leadership, mentoring and relationship-building capabilities.
• Experience contributing to quality improvement and service development.
• A demonstrated commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi, culturally safe practice and reducing health inequities.

Knowledge of malignant haematological conditions, including leukaemia, lymphoma, myeloma, myelodysplastic syndromes and myeloproliferative disorders, is important. You will also have knowledge of systemic anti-cancer therapies, supportive care and the management of treatment-related complications.

You will be professional, resilient and self-motivated, with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills. You will work collaboratively, maintain sound judgement under pressure and demonstrate a strong commitment to continued learning and professional development.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We value a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects and understands the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities. We are committed to culturally safe, whānau-centred care and to achieving equitable health outcomes for all people.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 25 November 2026. Position reference number WDHB22068

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We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.