Stunning Retirement Village environment at Greenwich Gardens in Auckland's Northshore
Leadership role
Work Monday to Friday - 40hrs per week
Competitive salary package offered
Work for an organisation that cares about you, your wellbeing and your professional development and growth!
About the role We are seeking a passionate Nurse Manager to lead and inspire our fabulous team at Greenwich Gardens to cover maternity leave from 30th June 2025 to 24th July 2026. This is a full-time, fixed term position working Monday to Friday managing our care facility. As well as leading the team, our expectation is you will also work alongside the whole team on the floor at times. You will also be responsible for Care Suite sales to potential new residents (training will be provided).
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, including sales.
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 may be a Senior Nurse with the right attitude wanting to step up into management or a seasoned Nurse Manager looking for a change. The supportive regional and village team here 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
Strong and proven team management experience with leading a high performing team
Strong understanding of gerontological and clinical best practice preferable
Exposure to managing budgets and financial accountabilities would be good but this can be taught
Leadership and training capability which will assist you to motivate, support and lead our dedicated team of staff
Excellent attention to detail, time management and organisational skills
Excellent communication skills to help residents and families navigate the continuum of care journey
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
For 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.
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.
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