Coordinate assessment and rehabilitation plan for older adults in the AT&R unit

Registered Nurse - Assessment, Treatment & Rehabilitation

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Assessment, Treatment & Rehabilitation (AT&R) Unit on a permanent basis. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting older adults and patients requiring rehabilitation, enabling them to regain function, independence and confidence following illness, injury or surgery.

You will provide comprehensive nursing assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, and deliver evidence based interventions that support patients physical, emotional and functional wellbeing. You will also collaborate with patients, whānau and the wider interprofessional team to plan safe, supported discharges and promote self management.

This role combines hands on clinical care with rehabilitation focused nursing, requiring sound judgement, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting patients on their recovery journey. TrendCare documentation, safe staffing practices and participation in Variance Response Management (VRM) are all key components of daily practice.

You will work within the Hospital Group at Hawkes Bay Hospital, joining a dedicated and supportive nursing team in the AT&R Unit. The team includes nurses, allied health professionals, medical staff, rehabilitation specialists and support staff who work closely together to improve patient outcomes and ensure personcentred, culturally responsive care.

The team values whanaungatanga, collaboration and continuous learning. You will also work alongside Māori health services, the Professional Development Unit, and wider hospital teams who play an important role in supporting safe, high quality care for patients and whānau.

You are a caring and adaptable Registered Nurse with a passion for rehabilitation and older adult care. You bring clinical confidence, excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to supporting patients and whānau.

You will have:

  • Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and APC
  • Experience applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
  • Strong teamwork and timemanagement skills
  • IV designation
  • Confidence with patient assessment, care planning and evaluation
  • Commitment to safe practice, documentation and quality improvement

Desired:

  • A PDRP portfolio
  • Understanding of AROC / Functional Independence Measure (FIM) assessments
  • Experience in rehabilitation, gerontology or similar settings

You bring selfawareness, professionalism and a commitment to delivering equitable, culturally safe care.

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.

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