Job Description

Charge Nurse – City Doctors - Palmerston North

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

City Doctors is a well-established clinic in Palmerston North, delivering both urgent care and enrolled general practice services as part of the respected White Cross network. The clinic supports a wide range of patient needs, from preventative care and long-term condition management to acute illness and injury, and is the only urgent care provider in the region. Conveniently located on Victoria Avenue with on-site parking and integrated services including X-ray, pharmacy and dental, City Doctors offers a fast-paced, community-focused environment where clinicians make a real impact. The clinic is open 7 days a week, 8:00am to 8:00pm, providing consistent, accessible care to patients and whānau.

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: 0.8 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.