Nurse Lead

The University of Auckland is New Zealand’s pre‑eminent research‑led university. Established in 1883, it is an international centre of learning and academic excellence, with just over 5,200 staff and more than 40,000 students. We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Nurse Lead to provide clinical leadership and operational oversight for our dedicated nursing team. This is an exciting opportunity to combine hands‑on clinical practice with people leadership in a purpose‑driven healthcare environment. As Nurse Lead, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping the delivery of high‑quality primary healthcare services while supporting and developing a team of skilled nurses committed to improving student health and wellbeing. Working as a key member of the UHCS Senior Leadership Team, you’ll help drive clinical excellence, champion continuous improvement, and contribute to strategic initiatives that enhance healthcare delivery across the service. You will collaborate with our Medical Lead, Counselling Lead, and General Manager to ensure students receive integrated, equitable, and culturally responsive care. Key responsibilities Providing clinical leadership, professional supervision, and day‑to‑day coordination for the UHCS nursing team Delivering high‑quality nursing care, including acute assessment, immunisations, long‑term condition management, mental health support, and health screening Leading clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives, and promoting evidence‑based, culturally responsive practice Contributing to strategic planning and service development as a member of the Senior Leadership Team Mentoring, coaching, and developing nursing staff while fostering a collaborative and high‑performing team culture Supporting workforce planning, recruitment, performance development, and operational coordination of the nursing service Building strong partnerships across multidisciplinary teams and with external healthcare providers to deliver seamless, student‑centred care Championing equity, Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, and initiatives that improve access and health outcomes for diverse student communities Qualifications Current New Zealand Registered Nurse Annual Practising Certificate and postgraduate nursing qualification At least five years’ post‑registration clinical experience, ideally within primary care or general practice Demonstrated leadership experience in a clinical environment, including mentoring and developing teams Strong understanding of clinical governance, quality improvement, and patient‑centred care Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and stakeholder management skills A commitment to equity, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and culturally responsive healthcare Preferred additional qualifications Authorised Vaccinator, Qualified Cervical Smear Taker, or Nurse Prescriber credentials Experience working within student health, youth health, or university healthcare services Experience leading quality improvement initiatives or accreditation programmes Benefits Flexible employment practices Up to 6.75% employer superannuation contribution Five weeks’ annual leave A wide range of professional development opportunities Generous parental leave provisions Access to staff discounts, recreation facilities, wellbeing initiatives, and discounted parking The opportunity to combine clinical practice with leadership in a rewarding university healthcare environment The chance to make a lasting impact on the health, wellbeing, and success of thousands of students How to apply Applications must be submitted online by 21 July 2026. Please include your cover letter and CV outlining how your skills and experience align with this role. For a confidential conversation about the role, please contact Tania Abernethy‑Jones – [email protected]. Please note that applications sent via email will not be accepted. #J-18808-Ljbffr