Charge Nurse Manager- Perioperative

Charge Nurse Manager – Operating Theatres About the Role Our client is seeking an experienced Perioperative Charge Nurse Manager to lead their General, Gynaecology and Plastics (GGP) theatre team. This is a permanent, full-time leadership opportunity, working predominantly Monday to Friday day shifts within a modern private hospital environment. Reporting to the Theatre Manager, you'll join an established and supportive perioperative leadership team. You will be responsible for leading a team of approximately 25 experienced Registered Nurses and RNFSAs, ensuring the efficient management of people, resources and day-to-day operations while maintaining exceptional clinical standards. This is an opportunity to make a genuine impact by fostering a positive team culture, partnering closely with surgeons and anaesthetists, and driving outstanding patient outcomes. About You To be successful in this role you will have: Current New Zealand Registered Nurse registration with a valid APC. A minimum of five years' experience scrubbing for General, Gynaecology and Plastics surgery (robotics experience is advantageous). At least three years' experience leading an operating theatre team within New Zealand or a comparable healthcare system (e.g. Australia, UK or Ireland). A postgraduate qualification in perioperative practice and/or management is desirable. Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, mentor and develop high-performing teams. Excellent communication, sound clinical judgement and a strong commitment to quality, patient safety and continuous improvement. The ability to build collaborative relationships across multidisciplinary teams and with specialist clinicians. What's on Offer Our client offers an outstanding working environment where staff are genuinely valued and supported, including: Competitive salary package. Five weeks' annual leave. Generous health insurance subsidy. Christmas and New Year shutdown. Free on-site parking. Discounted gym membership. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Pharmacy and retail discounts. Discounted hospital services. A supportive leadership team with genuine opportunities for professional growth and career development. If you're an experienced perioperative leader looking to take the next step in your career within a progressive private healthcare environment, we'd love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr