Clinical Coordinator (Registered Nurse)
Lead with compassion. Inspire excellence. Make a difference every day.
At Presbyterian Support South Canterbury, we're passionate about supporting people through quality care. We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to join our team at the Margaret Wilson Complex as a Clinical Coordinator, helping to shape outstanding care for older people across our residential care services.
This is an exciting opportunity for a senior clinician who enjoys leadership, mentoring staff, building strong relationships, and driving high-quality resident outcomes.
About the role
Working alongside the Nurse Manager, you will provide clinical leadership and support to Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Kaiawhina and Caregivers/Wellness Partners. You will play a key role in ensuring residents receive exceptional care while fostering strong partnerships with families, whānau and the wider healthcare team.
Key responsibilities include:
Providing clinical leadership and guidance to nursing and care teams
Supporting quality care planning, assessment and documentation
Coaching, mentoring and developing staff
Promoting best practice and continuous quality improvement
Assisting with rostering and staffing coordination
Building positive relationships with residents, families and healthcare professionals
Supporting the Nurse/Healthcare Manager and deputising when required.
About Us
Margaret Wilson Complex is more than an aged care facility. We are a vibrant care community providing hospital-level care, rest home care, younger persons with disabilities services, and support for cottage residents. No two days are the same, and you'll have the opportunity to work alongside an experienced team making a genuine difference in people's lives every day.
We are proud to be part of Presbyterian Support South Canterbury and to embrace the Eden Alternative philosophy, creating environments where people continue to experience purpose, companionship and meaningful connections.
About you
You will be a confident and approachable Registered Nurse who enjoys supporting others to succeed and is committed to delivering person-centred care.
You'll bring:
Current New Zealand Registered Nurse practising certificate
Experience in aged care, gerontology or dementia care
Strong clinical assessment and care planning skills
Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities
Proven leadership, coaching and team development skills
A commitment to quality improvement and resident wellbeing
An understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally safe practice.
Why join us?
At Presbyterian Support South Canterbury, we believe care is about people, connection and purpose.
We offer:
A supportive and values-driven organisation
Opportunities for leadership development and professional growth
A collaborative multidisciplinary team environment
The chance to make a genuine difference in the lives of older people and their families
A workplace committed to quality care and continuous improvement
If you are ready to take the next step in your nursing career and lead a team dedicated to excellence in aged care, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now and help us support people through quality care.
Application and job description available at www.pssc.org.nz/jobs.
Applications close 30 October 2026.