## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role**Lead with Purpose – Kaitakitaki Operations Manager, Community Services****Whanganui Hospital****Permanent Full-Time (rostered shifts plus participation in an on-call roster)**Join Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Whanganui as Operations Manager Community Services and take a lead in shaping patient care across our community services.
This is your opportunity to drive positive change, support high-performing teams and contribute to better outcomes for our communities.
**About the Role**As Operations Manager for Community Services, you will be the operational leader for District Nursing, Community Assessment & Rehabilitation Service (CART), Supported Discharge Service (SDS), and Specialist Nursing services.
You will provide leadership and oversight of community-based health services, ensuring seamless, person-centred care, effective discharge planning, and continuity of care for complex and vulnerable populations.You will work closely with the Clinical Managers across the services, as well as community partners.
**About the Team/Service/ Location**We work 'from the mountain to the sea" and cover the geographical area including Waimarino, Taihape, South Rangitikei and Whanganui.For more information on living and working in Whanganui click**About you**We are seeking a dynamic, experienced nursing leader who:• Has 5+ years of health leadership experience• Holds a current APC and a relevant postgraduate qualification• Brings strong operational, budgetary, and professional leadership skills• Is passionate about equity, partnership, and patient-centred care• Understands targets and leads change with confidence**Working at Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community**.** We welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.**How to Apply**To apply please click "**apply now**."
All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by the close date.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, please contact ****** you are seeking more information about the role, please contact:****** Kaiuringi, Group Manager Community Services, Mental Health & Addiction Services, Te Whatu Ora Whanganui.
*We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
*| Location: | Manawatu / Whanganui |
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