Clinical Nurse Specialist, Haematology Thrombosis

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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. Haematology | North Shore & Waitākere Hospitals Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waitematā Make a difference in specialist thrombosis care Join Health New Zealand | Waitematā and play a key role in delivering best care for everyone.

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We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) who is looking to step up to Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) level to advance thrombosis care within our Haematology service. This is an exciting opportunity to work at an advanced practice level within a dedicated thrombosis CNS team, providing expert clinical leadership, coordinating care across the continuum, and improving outcomes for patients with venous thromboembolism (VTE) often requiring complex case management.

About the Role\n

As a Clinical Nurse Specialist Thrombosis, you will:

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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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This role is 0.5 FTE based across North Shore and Waitākere Hospitals and reports to the Operations Manager Haematology. There is some flexibility in how the 0.5 FTE hours are distributed i.e. full days alternating 2/3 days per week or spread over 4 days per week Tuesday- Friday (i.e. 0900hr 1430hrs).

About the Team/Service/ Location\n

You will be part of a supportive senior nursing team, contributing to a service that values excellence, innovation, and culturally safe care. This role offers leadership growth, regional influence, and the opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of patients and whānau.

About you\n

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• 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
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• RN Level 4 (or equivalent) with a current portfolio
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Key skills and experience\n

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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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• Demonstrate 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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Why join us?\n

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• Work within a collaborative CNS team, sharing expertise and support
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• Deliver patient and whānau-centred care
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• Contribute to innovative service development in thrombosis care
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• Help improve equity and outcomes for Māori and diverse communities
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• Be supported in your ongoing professional development and career progression
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Working at Health New Zealand\n

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community.

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We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

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Position reference number WDHB21501

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Deadline for applications: 1 September 2026

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