Nursing Team Leader - Inpatient Ward

Clutha Health First Ltd – Balclutha, South Island Step into a full-time role, Monday to Friday, where your leadership truly matters. We’re looking for an experienced, inspiring Registered Nurse to guide our Inpatient Unit team and help shape the future of rural healthcare. This is your chance to lead with heart, champion excellence, and support a team that’s dedicated to delivering outstanding care for patients and whānau. If you’re confident building strong relationships, and supporting a positive, high performing team, you’ll thrive here. Why Clutha Health First? We’re a small but mighty integrated health campus offering everything from primary care and maternity to inpatient, community, allied health and diagnostic services — all under one roof. Our rural model means connected care, close teamwork, and genuine community impact. You’ll Lead: A values‑driven nursing team committed to safe, equitable, person‑centred care; Evidence‑based practice, professional standards, and continuous improvement; Te Tiriti‑grounded, culturally safe care for our community; Workforce development, education, and mentorship; Quality initiatives, service development, and collaborative models of care. Most of all, you’ll help create an environment where patients and staff flourish. Ideally You’ll Bring: Excellence in day to day operational leadership. Registered Nurse with current NZ practising certificate. 6+ years post‑registration experience. Strong clinical judgement and communication. Collaborative leadership capability, warmth, and confidence. A passion for quality, equity, and making healthcare better. Why You’ll Love Working Here: A varied, meaningful leadership role. Supportive team with strong clinical partnerships. Great resources, training, and professional development. A values based workplace that genuinely cares. Free parking and an easy commute to Balclutha, if you choose. Love Where You Live South Otago offers beaches, rivers, wildlife, walking tracks, friendly communities, and space to breathe. It’s the perfect blend of rural calm and easy access to Dunedin, Invercargill and Central Otago. For further detailed information on living and working in the Clutha District visit https://www.cluthanz.com/live-and-work Enquiries For confidential enquires, please contact: Nicky Vaughan – General Manager Clinical Services *************@chf.co.nz | 027 365 9330 #J-18808-Ljbffr