Support stroke-recovery patients under RN supervision in Tauranga Hospital ward

Health Care Assistant - SHSOP

Based at Tauranga Hospital: Work in the beautiful Bay of Plenty and enjoy an unbeatable coastal lifestyle

Fixed-term, full-time position: 1.0FTE for up to six months

Staff benefits: Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.

About the Role

As a Healthcare Assistant, you will provide quality, compassionate patient care under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse. Your daily responsibilities help maintain a safe, clean, and supportive clinical environment for patients on their recovery journey.

This position is a fixed term contract, working full time (40 hours per week). This role is offered on a rotating roster that includes morning, afternoon and night shifts.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our team in Te Poutama Arawhiti includes an 8-bed Acute Stroke Unit and a 31-bed ward offering rehabilitation and specialised health services for older people. We work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment, striving to provide the highest quality rehabilitation services and maximising each patient's functional recovery. Our team values teamwork, compassion, and innovation in delivering exceptional care.

About You

The ideal candidate is a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse with an interest in acute stroke care and rehabilitation. Strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and a passion for supporting patients through recovery are essential.

  • Previous experience in a healthcare or acute hospital setting
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
  • Physically capable of meeting the demands of an active role (lifting, standing, walking)
  • Flexibility to work a rotational roster, including morning afternoon and weekend shifts

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 Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online career's portal before 11:59pm on Sunday 23 August.

If you have any questions about the role, contact our Recruitment Team: BP-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz

When corresponding, include job vacancy reference TAU02829 in your email.

We will be reviewing applications and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.

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