Permanent, Full-Time Clinical Nurse Manager, Specialist Mental Health Inpatient Unit Te Whatu Ora, Te Tai o Poutini West Coast, is situated on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. It is unmatched for the scale, diversity, and accessibility of its natural attractions, including rugged coastline, sandy beaches, rainforests, and some of the highest mountain peaks in the country. The region boasts robust tourism and primary production industries, which provide the backbone of the local economy. The town of Greymouth is central to Te Tai o Poutini West Coast and is located alongside the historically rich and picturesque Grey River. Mo te tunga - About the Role Are you ready to be part of something special? The Manaakitanga Inpatient Unit is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager to join their team. This role provides coordination and guidance in relation to nursing management practices by enabling and supporting operational and strategic organisational goals for the Mental Health Inpatient Unit at Te Nikau Hospital. Responsibilities Ensure nursing practice is safe, legal, effective, and consumer-focused. Understand and apply the principles of quality management and continuous service improvement. Demonstrate effective management of complaints, incidents, and hazards as per our policies and procedures. Work collaboratively with others, showing kindness and respect. Thrive in a challenging environment where no two days are the same. Nga pukenga me nga wheako - Skills and Experience Registered with the New Zealand Nursing Council, with the scope to practice within Mental Health, and hold a current Annual Practising Certificate. Hold a postgraduate nursing and management qualification or be working towards this. Demonstrate the ability to develop and implement a nursing care delivery system. Minimum of 3 years post-registration experience with recognised clinical experience and expertise. A commitment to staff and relevant professional development. Excellent interpersonal skills including communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution across all disciplines and occupational groups. Understanding of financial management in an operational area. Understand the national direction for the Health Quality Safety Commission's projects for Zero Seclusion and Connecting Care. Hold a clean & full driver's licence as travel in Te Whatu Ora Te Tai o Poutini West Coast vehicles is required. What We Are About We are unique and like no other in Aotearoa New Zealand with a close-knit community where your work will make a real difference. We will help you grow as a leader in rural mental health with a continued focus on your career development. Why Us We offer a family-friendly work environment that supports you in making the most of Te Tai o Poutini West Coast's laid-back lifestyle. We want to empower you to build a long-term career with Te Whatu Ora, Te Tai o Poutini West Coast, with countless opportunities to learn and grow, no matter your role. You'll have all the benefits of working for Aotearoa New Zealand's world-class rural public health system including generous leave entitlements, attractive salary and remuneration packages, and access to relevant professional development allowances and/or leave, study assistance, and employee wellness programs. We have commenced building our new Mental Health Inpatient Unit, which is due to open in 2027. What's Next If this role does not match your skills, please visit our careers website for more opportunities within our organisation. Please apply online or to discuss further becoming part of our team, please contact: Kerri McCarthy, Recruitment Partner. Email: Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now! #J-18808-Ljbffr