Registered Nurse - Ward 9B Acute Mental Health Unit

Registered Nurse - Ward 9B Acute Mental Health Unit

Registered Nurse - Ward 9B Acute Mental Health Unit

Wakari Hospital, Fixed term, Part time (0.8 FTE)

Salary Band $75,773 - $106,739 per annum

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

An exciting fixed term opportunity has become available within our team to cover Paternity leave until April 2027 on a part time basis (32 hours per week)

In this role you will work alongside acute patients in a complex environment. You will effectively collaborate with expert multi-disciplinary team to deliver safe client focused comprehensive assessment and/or treatment care in a dynamic setting.

About the Team/Service/Location

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About You

Our ideal candidate will have:

• Experience as a New Zealand Registered Nurses and hold a current APC
• A scope of practice that enables you to work in Mental Health.
• Hold a full driver's licence.
• Previous Mental Health experience is an advantage

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 Māori, 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 24 September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Katie Procter katie.procter@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.