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Deputy Charge Nurse - Riccarton Clinic

Tāmaki Health
Christchurch, New Zealandpart_timeVerifiedPosted 22 Apr 2026

About the role

DEPUTY CHARGE NURSE - RICCARTON CLINIC

About Riccarton Clinic:

Riccarton Clinic is a busy combined General Practice and Urgent Care clinic located at Church Corner, Upper Riccarton. Open every day of the year from 8.00am to 8.00pm, our team of 110+ health professionals ensures that the healthcare needs of many are met. This is a wonderful opportunity to be pivotal in this dynamic organisation that offers superior service and high-quality clinical care. 

About the role:

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Deputy Charge Nurse to support clinical leadership and operational delivery of our nursing services. Working closely with the Charge Nurse, this role plays a key part in ensuring high-quality patient care, smooth clinic operations, and ongoing service improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Clinical Leadership & Support: Provide and support day-to-day clinical leadership and the strategic development of the nursing service.
  • Operational Coordination: Work collaboratively with the Charge Nurse and wider team to ensure efficient day-to-day operations of the clinic.
  • Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with our clinical and administrative teams to ensure seamless patient care.

What we are looking for:

We’re looking for a highly motivated, enthusiastic, and reliable individual with exceptional attention to detail and a strong team-focused approach. Ideally, you will have experience in a Lead Nurse or senior nursing role, with the ability to consistently deliver outstanding care to our patients, along with the following:

  • Current New Zealand Registered Nurse (RN) qualification and Annual Practising Certificate
  • Minimum of 5 years clinical experience as a Registered Nurse, in relevant area
  • Demonstrated leadership in a clinical setting
  • Experience as a Lead Nurse
  • On going Post graduation studies
  • Strong clinical expertise and leadership and mentoring capabilities
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
  • Cultural competency and understanding of Tikanga Māori, Kawa Māori, and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
  • Legal rights to work in New Zealand

What we offer:

  • A fantastic and supportive team.
  • Competitive remuneration.
  • Comprehensive on-boarding and training programmes provided in a supportive environment.
  • Terms and conditions are as per the current primary care MECA.

To apply:

If you are passionate about health care and think you may like to join our team and have a career with Riccarton Clinic, then we would be thrilled to hear from you! Click the Apply button to submit your CV and cover letter via Seek.

Only candidates with the legal right to work in New Zealand will be considered for this vacancy.

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