Clinical Nurse Manager - Mental Health and Addiction - Taranaki Region

Head Medical

New Zealand, New Zealand, New Zealand
Permanent
Posted February 25, 2026

Job Description

Lead a dedicated inpatient mental health team in a role that offers real influence, stability, and work–life balance.

Head Medical is seeking a Clinical Nurse Manager (CNM) located in the Taranaki region of New Zealand. This is a key leadership role within Mental Health & Addiction Services, offering the opportunity to shape clinical practice, support workforce development, and lead a well-established multidisciplinary team.

  • Monday–Friday position with no on-call requirements

  • Lead a 23-bed acute inpatient unit with a largely recruited workforce

  • Work alongside experienced SMOs, registrars and a strong senior nursing structure

  • Enjoy a relaxed lifestyle in a welcoming coastal region

  • The Role

    As Clinical Nurse Manager, you will provide clinical and operational leadership, which includes:

  • 12 General Adult beds

  • 4 Psychogeriatric beds

  • 7 ...