Nurse Leader - Quality Operations & Performance

Operations Quality & Performance

• Working across Bay of Plenty - Hauora a Toi
• Permanent Full-time – 1.0 FTE
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

This is an opportunity to progress your nursing leadership in a role that combines strategic influence, operation oversight, and transformational impact to nursing operations, quality improvement and patient safety in partnership with services nursing leadership and district health quality and patient safety service. Reporting to the District Chief Nurse, the role leads key portfolios including the Care Capacity Demand Management (CCDM) programme, TrendCare, nursing informatics, and Infection Prevention & Control. Operating both a strategic and operational level, you will champion safe staffing, quality improvement, and culturally responsive care – aligning nursing performance with the goals of Pae Ora and Toi Ora.

Your leadership will extend beyond systems and frameworks. You will be a trusted advisor to the District Chief Nurse, a leader to frontline teams, and a vital force in achieving equitable, timely, and effective care for our communities.

If you are driven by purpose, passionate about people, and ready to make a lasting difference – this role is for you.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Located in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, our district is home to a forward-thinking, collaborative health system committed to equity and innovation. Here, you’ll work alongside dedicated clinical leaders in an environment where whanaungatanga, professional excellence, and cultural connection are part of daily practice – all while enjoying a lifestyle defined by coastal beauty and community spirit.

About you

We seek an experienced senior nurse with vision, clarity, and mana – someone who brings people with you and leads with both strategy and heart. With deep clinical insight and a drive for continuous improvement, you know how to influence outcomes at scale and support others to thrive.

What you will bring to the role:

• Registered Nurse with current Annual Practicing Certificate.
• Senior leadership experience within a large, complex health care environment.
• Expertise in CCDM, TrendCare, safe staffing, and nursing informatics.
• Demonstrated ability to lead quality, safety, and performance initiatives.
• Proven experience building and guiding diverse nursing teams.
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

Working for Health New Zealand

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

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 16 April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact BP-Careers@bopdhb.govt.nz

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.