About the role
- Clinical Nurse Specialist Multiple Sclerosis
- 0.3FTE (24 hours per fortnight)
- Permanent, Monday Friday (Flexible days and working hours)
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
Te Whatu Ora Taranaki is seeking a motivated and passionate Clinical Nurse Specialist to join the Medical Outpatient Department at Taranaki Base Hospital. This is an advanced practice nursing role; the candidate is responsible for providing specialist education, assessment, care, and coordination to the Multiple Sclerosis cohort here in Taranaki. You will maintain and enhance professional nursing standards and participate as an effective member of the Te Manawa Taki region.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
The Multiple Sclerosis Clinical Nurse Specialist will work closely with our Neurology colleagues in Auckland to manage the growing Multiple Sclerosis population here in Taranaki. They will also work cohesively with our booking team to coordinate and deliver efficient and patient-centred care. They will hold independent clinics, facilitate treatment, and provide staff and patient education.
The Medical Outpatient Department is located at Taranaki Base Hospital and runs from Monday to Friday. We hold a variety of clinics run by local and locum Clinicians, Nurse Practitioners, and Clinical Nurse Specialists in various specialties, including Dermatology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Neurology, Rheumatology, Infectious Diseases, and General Medicine.
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About you
Appropriate applicants will need the following:
- Registration with The Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
- Prior Clinical Nurse Specialist experience is preferred
- Minimum 5 years of relevant clinical experience
- Postgraduate qualification, PG Diploma preferred
- Strong work ethic and ability to work independently
- A personal commitment to ongoing learning and development
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong assessment skills and problem-solving ability
- A strong desire to support those living with chronic conditions from a young age
While not essential, applicants with prior autoimmune or Neurology experience will be highly desired.
Working at Health New Zealand
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a diverse, inclusive workforce so we are better positioned to understand and serve our community**.** We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply
To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 20****th September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Medical Outpatient Clinical Nurse Manager Gracie Hoskin gracie.hoskin@tdhb.org.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
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