Registered Nurse Team Leader

We have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse Team Leader to step into a key leadership role within a Care Home in Christchurch.

This is a hands-on leadership position where you will coordinate daily clinical operations, support your team, and ensure residents receive safe, high-quality care.

About the role:

You’ll play a central role in leading the shift-to-shift delivery of care across your unit, working closely with the Clinical Nurse Manager and wider leadership team.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading day-to-day clinical operations and care coordination
  • Supporting and guiding nursing and care staff
  • Managing rosters and staffing allocation
  • Overseeing admissions, discharges, and resident flow
  • Supporting clinical decision-making and escalation
  • Driving quality, safety, and continuous improvement

 
What you’ll bring:

  • A current NZ Registered Nurse Practising Certificate
  • 7 years of Aged Care RN experience
  • Experience in a senior nursing or leadership role
  • The ability to support, coach, and develop a team
  • A commitment to person-centred and culturally safe care

What’s in it for you

  • Work for a trusted, values-driven organisation with a strong reputation in the community
  • Supportive leadership team that prioritises collaboration and development
  • Opportunities for professional growth including leadership and clinical development
  • Meaningful work where you can make a real difference in residents’ lives every day
  • Stable, well-structured environment with strong clinical governance and systems
  • Competitive salary and benefits package


Interested in this opportunity?  Apply below or reach out for more information!

Mandy Mella
General Manager - Madison Health