Clinical Nurse Specialist, Haematology Thrombosis

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.

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist – Thrombosis, you will provide expert clinical leadership, coordinate care across the continuum, and improve outcomes for patients with venous thromboembolism (VTE) requiring complex case management.

This is a 0.5 FTE position based across North Shore and Waitākere Hospitals, with flexible working arrangements.

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• Provide specialist clinical advice and management for patients with venous thrombosis.
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• Coordinate and deliver safe, timely, evidence-based care.
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• Work closely with haematologists and multidisciplinary teams in assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, and follow-up.
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• Share responsibility across the CNS team to ensure service continuity and care coordination.
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• Support and mentor staff through education, coaching, and role modelling.
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• Contribute to quality improvement, research, and service development initiatives.
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• Promote equitable outcomes and culturally safe care, including commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
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• Registered Nurse (RN) with a current New Zealand practising certificate.
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• Postgraduate Certificate in specialty nursing (or working toward further study).
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• Minimum 3 years experience as a RN Level 4 (or equivalent) with a current portfolio.
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• Advanced assessment, diagnostic reasoning, and pharmacology knowledge.
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• Proven ability in care coordination and multidisciplinary collaboration.
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• Demonstrated clinical leadership and mentoring capability.
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• Commitment to evidence-based practice and quality improvement.
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• Excellent communication and relationship management skills.
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• Cultural competence and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and health equity.
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• Leadership growth and regional influence within a supportive senior nursing team.
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• Opportunity to contribute to innovative service development in thrombosis care.
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• Delivery of patient and whānau-centred care and improvement of equity for Māori and diverse communities.
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• Support for ongoing professional development and career progression.
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• Inclusive workforce culture welcoming diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
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Position reference number: WDHB21501