Deliver addictions nursing care to whaiora in Gisborne, coordinating with teams to support recovery

Addictions Nurse - Maternity Leave Cover

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

This role supports whaiora, whanau and hospital teams by offering compassionate mental health and addictions assessment, treatment and guidance, helping ensure people get the right support they need

Position Description: Addictions Nurse

About the Team/Service/Location

You will be part of Te Ara Maioha at Te Whatu Ora Tairawhiti in Gisborne, working closely with supportive colleagues across the team to strengthen connected, culturally safe care for our Community.

About you

  • Registered Nurse with a current APC
  • Experience in Addiction, Mental health, or related clinical settings
  • Knowledge of substance use disorders, withdrawal management, and harm reduction principles.
  • Strong communication, deescalation, and therapeutic engagement skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

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.

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