Job Title: Clinical Nurse Advisor Location: Auckland Work Type: Permanent (0.8 FTE / 32 hrs p/w) or 12-Month Fixed Term Shifts: Rostered Salary: Excellent hourly rate plus many benefits Recruiter: Paul Wheeler at Carejobz Recruitment Experts Specialty: Critical Care | Clinical Leadership | Private Hospital Make a Bigger Impact, After Hours We’re looking for a confident, clinically skilled Senior Registered Nurse ready to lead from the front. As a Clinical Nurse Advisor , you’ll be the go-to clinician during after-hours shifts, managing critical incidents, mentoring junior staff, and supporting safe patient outcomes across high-acuity surgical wards. This is a rare opportunity to take on a visible, high-responsibility leadership role , where your experience truly makes a difference— all while avoiding the daily chaos of typical ward hours . Why You’ll Love This Role True Work-Life Balance – Fixed night & PM shifts. No rotating days , no burnout. Flexible Contract Options – Choose permanent or a fixed 12-month term that works for your lifestyle. Autonomy & Influence – Lead operations across two flagship private hospitals during evenings, nights, and weekends. Diverse Surgical Exposure – Work across a range of complex specialties including ICU, HDU, Neurosurgery, Plastics, Cardiothoracic, Vascular, and more. What You’ll Be Doing Respond to clinical emergencies, manage deterioration, and ensure escalation pathways are followed Provide bedside support and clinical coaching to nurses across wards Lead hospital operations after hours and weekends, ensuring safe staffing and patient care continuity Liaise with internal bureau teams to manage bed allocation and casual staff Act as the clinical lead in the absence of daytime management – trusted, visible, and decisive What We’re Looking For Registered Nurse with current NZ APC Minimum 5 years’ experience in a hospital acute care or critical care setting (ICU, ED, HDU) MUST HAVE NEW ZEALAND NURSING EXPERIENCE Clinical confidence and leadership in high-pressure environments Skilled in phlebotomy, ECGs, cannulation, catheterisation ACLS certification – essential Excellent communication and mentoring skills Step Into a Role That Respects Your Skill and Your Schedule This is more than just a shift – it’s a chance to lead, mentor, and influence the delivery of care at one of New Zealand’s most respected private hospitals. WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU? Free parking Flexible rostering Generous Health insurance subsidy after 2 years of service and wellbeing support Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) Christmas and New Year close down Staff discounts on Pharmacy & Hospital fees Discounts on gym memberships, childcare, and at a large number of retail outlets as part of their Boost programme READY TO TAKE THE NEXT STEP? → Simply send your CV - we'll respond within 24 hours → Quick, confidential chat at a time that suits you → Fast-track application process for qualified candidates Refer a Superstar! Know someone perfect for this role? Refer them to us and earn a Prezzy Card as a thank-you when we place them! Why Choose Carejobz? We’re passionate about connecting talented healthcare professionals with values-driven organisations. With years of experience as preferred recruiters for top-tier providers, we’re here to make your career journey seamless and successful. Carejobz Recruitment Trusted by Australia & New Zealand's Leading Healthcare Providers Building Elite Healthcare Teams Since 2015 NurseJobs RNJobs ClinicalNurseAdvisor SeniorRN AdvancedPracticeNurse PerioperativeNursing CriticalCareNurse NurseLeadership NursesOfNZ
