Community Mental Health Nurse - Upper Hutt

Location:   Upper Hutt Community

Contract:   Permanent Full Time or Part Time available ( work days negotiable)

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 opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic Community mental health nurse to join our Adult Community Mental Health Team based in Upper Hutt. We are looking for a dedicated professional who can empower and enable Tangata Whaiora in their individual recovery journeys; we are also seeking someone who possesses skills and experience working with individuals from various cultural backgrounds. 

If you are successful, you will be a part of our dynamic mental health and addictions team based at CBD Towers main street Upper Hutt. You will collaborate with a wide range of community and inpatient mental health professionals and network with non-governmental organisations (NGOs) across the Kapiti, Hutt Valley, Wellington and the Wairarapa region. Excellent interpersonal skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively are essential to your success. 

We are committed to supporting your ongoing professional development and enhancing your mental health expertise. 

About the Team/Service/ Location

We offer a supportive and friendly environment to work in with a commitment to providing an excellent standard of care. We provide excellent training opportunities for our team.

About you

• We are seeking an enthusiastic and progressive nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team. 
•  You must have completion of an undergraduate (leading to registration) or post graduate program in mental health or intellectual disability nursing.
• Must have a current NZ APC. 
• Mental health experience/ Community preferred.
• Current full drivers licence.

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 10th June. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Marianne.Lovgren@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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