Charge Nurse - Local Doctors - Watford (Otara) at Tamaki Health

Ōtara-Papatoetoe, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

04 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

03 Feb, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Leadership, Clinical Care, Patient Safety, Operational Support, Compliance, Documentation, Cultural Competency, Decision-Making, Clinical Assessment, Team Support, Wound Care, Triage, Medication Administration, Health & Safety, Mentoring, Community Focus

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Charge Nurse – Local Doctors - Watford (Otara) Join Tāmaki Health – Where Care Comes First! Are you an experienced Registered Nurse with strong leadership skills, ready to take on a dynamic role? Tāmaki Health is seeking a Charge Nurse to join our team at Local Doctors . This opportunity offers a chance to lead, mentor, and support nursing staff while delivering high-quality patient care in a fast-paced environment. About Us At Tāmaki Health, we're committed to delivering high-quality care through our network of over 50 general practice and urgent care clinics across New Zealand. As a Medical Receptionist, you'll play a crucial role in ensuring our clinics operate smoothly and efficiently, supporting our clinical teams in delivering outstanding patient care. Local Doctors Ōtara – Urgent Care & GP Clinic is a high-volume, community-focused service delivering urgent care and comprehensive general practice to the local whānau 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Clinicians work in a dynamic environment managing a broad scope of presentations, including ACC injuries, minor trauma, acute illnesses, and long-term conditions such as diabetes, asthma and mental health concerns, supported by GPs with special interests and a diabetes nurse specialist. The clinic is ACC-accredited and benefits from strong on-site services including X-ray, pharmacy, dental and physiotherapy, enabling seamless patient care. With a large, culturally diverse and supportive multidisciplinary team, excellent public transport access, ample parking, and a central location in the Ōtara shopping centre, this role offers meaningful clinical variety, teamwork, and the opportunity to make a real impact in a high-need, rewarding setting. About the Role As a Charge Nurse, you will play a key role in supporting the junior nurses and providing professional nursing leadership. This position involves both clinical and operational responsibilities, ensuring excellent patient care and smooth clinic operations. Working Hours: 1 FTE Key Responsibilities Leadership & Team Support – Provide guidance and support to nursing staff, fostering a positive team culture. Clinical Excellence – Deliver high-quality nursing care, including triage, wound care, plastering, and administering medications. Patient Care & Safety – Ensure all nursing interventions align with best practices and patient safety protocols. Operational Support – Assist in clinic coordination, rostering, and workflow management. Compliance & Documentation – Maintain accurate patient records and uphold professional nursing standards. Health & Safety – Promote a safe work environment, ensuring compliance with Health & Safety regulations. Cultural Competency – Work in a way that reflects Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and promotes health equity. Why Join Us? Leadership Development – Gain experience in a leadership role within a leading healthcare provider. Supportive Environment – Work alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals. Diverse & Impactful Work – Engage with a wide range of patient cases in urgent care and general practice. Career Growth – Opportunities for ongoing professional development and career advancement. Competitive Pay & Benefits – Enjoy a rewarding salary and access to onsite facilities. What You Need Current NZNC Annual Practicing Certificate Minimum 3–5 years of clinical experience, preferably in primary health care or emergency nursing. Proven leadership skills and the ability to support and mentor a team. Strong decision-making and clinical assessment abilities. Experience with Medtech Evolution or Medtech 32 (desirable). Certified vaccinator and trained smear taker (mandatory requirement) Understanding of Tikanga Māori, Kawa Māori, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. Legal rights to work in New Zealand. How to Apply? If you are passionate about leadership, patient care, and making a difference, we want to hear from you! Click "Apply Now" to submit your application through our career portal. Tāmaki Health is an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Responsibilities

As a Charge Nurse, you will provide leadership and support to nursing staff while ensuring high-quality patient care and smooth clinic operations. This includes clinical responsibilities such as triage and wound care, as well as operational tasks like clinic coordination and compliance.