Clinical Nurse Lead

Clinical Nurse Lead

We are looking for an experienced and passionate Clinical Nurse Lead to join our dedicated team at an aged care facility in Papakura.

This is an exciting full-time leadership opportunity to work in a supportive environment where clinical excellence, resident wellbeing, and team development are highly valued.

Ko wai matou | Our Organisation

We operate 13 Care Homes and 8 Villages with around 700 team members. As a growing organisation, we remain small enough to maintain a personal and supportive culture, while being large enough to offer variety and career opportunities.

In our fast-paced environment, no two days are the same. If you are a strong clinical leader who enjoys mentoring others, driving quality care, and making a meaningful difference in the lives of older people, we would love to hear from you.

Mō te Tūranga | About the Role

As the Clinical Nurse Lead, you will provide clinical leadership and oversight of care delivery, ensuring residents receive safe, high-quality, person-centred care. You will support and mentor the clinical team, promote best practice, and contribute to continuous quality improvement across the facility.

Ngā Responsibilities Matua | Key Responsibilities

Provide day-to-day clinical leadership and support to nursing and care teams

Ensure the delivery of safe, evidence-based, person-centred care to all residents

Lead clinical assessments, care planning, and review processes

Monitor clinical quality indicators and support continuous improvement initiatives

Foster a positive team culture through coaching, mentoring, and professional development

Mōu | About You

Current Annual Practising Certificate (APC) as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing Council of New Zealand

Proven clinical leadership experience within aged care or a similar healthcare environment

Strong knowledge of clinical governance, quality systems, and aged care standards

Excellent communication, coaching, and relationship-building skills

Compassionate, organised, and committed to delivering exceptional resident care

Ngā painga me ngā Perks | Benefits and Perks

Work with a stable, skilled, and supportive multidisciplinary team

Opportunity to lead and influence clinical excellence within the facility

Ongoing professional development and leadership growth opportunities

A workplace culture that values honesty, teamwork, and respect

* A rewarding role where your leadership positively impacts residents and staff every day

For any further queries about this position please email: [email protected]