Stunning Brand-new modern Care Home in the heart of Clevedon opening in August/September 2025
Nurse Manager/ Senior Leadership role at Ōtau Ridge Village
Competitive salary and 20% bonus structure in place (KPI related)
Great staff benefits such as paid 'wellness' days and your birthday off
Work for an organisation that cares about you, your wellbeing and your professional development and growth!
About the role We are excited to announce that our brand-new, modern care home, Ōtau Ridge in Clevedon, is scheduled to open in August/September 2025.
This new village is surrounded by beautiful countryside, nestled against a charming rural township with uninterrupted views over the Wairoa River and Hunua ranges
We are seeking applications for a highly experienced and passionate Nurse Leader to join our fabulous team. This is a full-time position where you will initially be involved in the set-up of the services and then the recruitment and leadership of a great clinical team.
Some of the great things you will be doing:
Providing leadership and development opportunities to our high performing care team
Embracing change and work with flexible, smart rostering skills
Focus on ensuring high quality service delivery to our residents and their families
Maintaining industry compliance and high standards of clinical practice
Be part of the leadership team providing strategic and financial direction for our care home
About you You are an experienced Nurse Manager looking for an exciting and rewarding new challenge leading a high performing team in our brand-new Care home. The supportive regional and village team will help you settle into your stride. Here's what will help you succeed in this role:
You will be a NZ Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate.
Solid and proven leadership experience and skills
Strong understanding of gerontological and clinical best practice preferable
Leadership and training capability which will assist you to motivate, support and lead our dedicated team of staff
Strong team management experience with leading a high performing team
Excellent attention to detail, time management and organisational skills
Excellent communication skills to help residents and families navigate the continuum of care journey
Exposure to managing budgets and financial accountabilities would be good but this can be taught
About us Established in 1984, Metlifecare is a leading owner and operator of retirement villages, providing rewarding lifestyles and care to more than 6,500 New Zealanders. We pride ourselves on providing retirement communities in which people are empowered to be the very best version of themselves.
How to apply Please apply by clicking on the below APPLY NOW button or by visiting our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home
Metlifecare is committed to minimising adverse outcomes from the transmission of influenza or infectious diseases, and as such we request all potential employees disclose their immunisation status at the time of employment.
For further information call Veena DSilva- Talent Acquisition Partner Ph 027 236 5040
Not sure if this role is for you but interested in what else Metlifecare has to offer? Then please visit our careers page www.careers.metlifecare.co.nz/home to see our other current vacancies.
Please note that Identification and work eligibility is required with your application
Desired Soft Skills
Clinical Assessment
Nursing Care Planning
Wound Care Management
InterRAI Qualification (Desirable)
First Aid Certification
Communication
Empathy
Leadership
Team Collaboration
Problem-Solving
Benefits and Perks
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Birthdays Off
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Health Insurance
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Life Insurance
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Counselling Services
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Wellness Program
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Subsidised Health Insurance
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Visa Sponsorship
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Competitive Salary
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Employee Discounts and Rewards
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Referral Bonuses
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Performance Bonus
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Company Supplied Technology
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Uniform Provided
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Flexible Work
All these are for permanent staff and include Kiwisaver payments continued for those opted in over the age of 65 years
