Clinical nurse specialist

Also known as

Clinical nurse leader, clinical nurse team leader, clinical nurse coordinator, clinical nurse manager, hospital matron, principal nurse, staff nurse

AUT programmes

• Bachelor of Health Science (Nursing)

Work environment

• Usually work shifts, including nights, weekends and public holidays
• Usually work in hospitals, clinics and health centres, and may travel locally
• May do emotionally demanding work
• Need to be organised, methodical and communicate well

Typical tasks

• Collaborate with health care professionals to plan or provide treatment
• Establish nursing policies or standards
• Supervise patient care personnel
• Maintain medical or professional knowledge
• Train medical providers
• Support the professional development of others
• Follow protocols or regulations for health care activities
• Advise medical personnel regarding health care issues
• Analyse patient data to determine patient needs or treatment goals
• Develop medical treatment plans

Salary information

Tips from AUT graduates

Professional registration

Nursing Council of New Zealand

registration@nursingcouncil.org.nz

04 385 9589

https://www.nursingcouncil.org.nz/

Outlook

What employers and industry want in graduates

Further study options

• Bachelor of Health Science (Honours)