NGĀ PŪKENGA ME NGĀ WHEAKO | SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• At least 5 years’ post-registration theatre experience, with deep expertise in general surgery and with 2 years in orthopaedic surgery
• Extensive theatre expertise – at least 5 years of post-registration experience, including 2+ years specialising in orthopaedic surgery
• Proven leadership skills — you know how to inspire, guide, and empower clinical teams to deliver their best
• A calm, professional presence and a friendly, can-do attitude that lifts those around you
• NZ Registered Nurse with a current practising certificate and surgical scope
• A commitment to clinical excellence, with a postgraduate qualification (completed or in progress) and PDRP Level 4 (Expert) or senior nursing PDRP (or working towards it)
• Strong clinical assessment skills, backed by a completed postgraduate paper or equivalent
• Tech-savvy and confident navigating digital systems and adapting to new tools
• A collaborative mindset — reliable, supportive, and able to thrive in a multidisciplinary team environment

MŌ TE TŪRANGA | ABOUT THE ROLE

Are you a passionate theatre nurse ready to take the lead in a cutting-edge surgical environment? We’re seeking a visionary Clinical Nurse Lead (1.0 FTE, or 0.8 FTE for the right candidate) to lead our theatre team through the next evolution of patient-centred surgery — including the integration of robotic-assisted procedures that are redefining precision and outcomes. This is your opportunity to lead a high-performing team at the forefront of surgical innovation, including our journey into robotic-assisted procedures. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient outcomes across general surgery and specialties, with a strong focus on orthopaedics — one of the most complex and rewarding areas of care. We’re a tight-knit, motivated team with bold ambitions and a shared commitment to excellence.

In this role, you’ll:

• Lead and inspire a collaborative, people-focused theatre team
• Champion safe, seamless, and high-quality surgical care
• Drive innovation in orthopaedic and robotic surgery
• Build strong clinical partnerships with top-tier surgeons and health professionals
• Shape theatre operations and culture with a focus on performance, growth, and teamwork

At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:

• Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
• Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
• Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best