Specialty Nurse - SCBU, North Shore Hospital

Specialty Nurse – Special Care Baby Unit Permanant, part‑time role based at North Shore Hospital (0.9FTE, 72hours per fortnight). Opportunity to work collaboratively with our neonatal team to plan care, problem solve and help make a difference to women and babies from the Waitematā District. 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 are looking for an enthusiastic and dynamic Specialty Nurse to join our team. The main function of this role is to provide extended nursing practice functions of neonatal resuscitation and advanced airway management in birthing, obstetric theatre areas, maternity and SCBU, or any site of a neonatal emergency. You will also undertake assessment of babies with complex needs, recommend and initiate treatment options in accordance with policy or clinical pathways, and in discussion with paediatricians. This is a senior nursing role, so you will provide clinical leadership, role‑model best practice, and take responsibility for the coordination of the unit. View the position description. About Us The Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU) at North Shore Hospital is a 12‑bed level2 neonatal unit, providing care for babies born as early as 32weeks. Our SCBU team is dedicated to providing a nurturing and supportive learning environment. We pride ourselves on our team culture and values, and on the excellent nursing care we provide in partnership with infants and their families. We value the contribution that nurses make and support their professional growth and development. Health New Zealand Waitematā provides health services to approximately 650,000 residents of the North Shore, Waitakere and Rodney areas. It has the largest population of any district health area. For more information on living and working in Waitematā District, view the information. About You Registered Nurse with a current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate Post Graduate Certificate or Diploma in appropriate specialty practice papers (preferably neonatal nursing) Current NLS Certification Recent Level4 (PDRP) neonatal experience is preferred Working at Health New Zealand We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities. How to Apply All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 31July2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Sarah Kneller, Recruitment Consultant, via [email protected]. Job reference: WDHB21604 #J-18808-Ljbffr