Community Outreach Registered Nurse at Tamaki Health

Maungakiekie-Tāmaki, Auckland, New Zealand -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Jun, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

19 Mar, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Registered Nurse, Vaccination Delivery, Community Engagement, Health Education, Nursing Assessments, Patient Documentation, Cultural Safety, Health Equity, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, Interpersonal Communication, Team Collaboration, Driver's License

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Community Outreach Registered Nurse – Fixed Term (6 Months) Location: Community-based role across Auckland Hours: Full-time (1 FTE) Join Tāmaki Health – Bringing Care to the Community Are you an experienced Registered Nurse who enjoys working directly with communities and making healthcare more accessible? Tāmaki Health is looking for a Community Outreach Registered Nurse to support vaccination and population health initiatives across Auckland. In this role, you will work alongside a dedicated outreach team to deliver vaccinations in patients’ homes and connect with whānau in the community, helping improve access to preventive healthcare services. This is a fixed-term position for 6 months, focused on supporting community vaccination programmes. About Tāmaki Health At Tāmaki Health, we are committed to providing high-quality healthcare services to communities across New Zealand. Through our network of Local Doctors and White Cross clinics, we care for thousands of patients every day. Our outreach initiatives are designed to remove barriers to healthcare, ensuring more people can access essential services such as vaccinations and preventive health checks. Our teams work closely with patients and their families to provide respectful, culturally responsive care that supports better health outcomes. About the Role As a Community Outreach Registered Nurse, you will work as part of a community-based team delivering vaccinations and health engagement services outside the clinic environment. This includes visiting patients at home, connecting with families in the community, and supporting preventive health initiatives. The role will also provide guidance and support to members of the Community Outreach team. Working Hours This role requires flexibility, including a mix of weekday, evening, and weekend shifts. Exact hours will be confirmed, but availability for some evenings and weekends is essential. Key Responsibilities * Deliver vaccinations in patients’ homes and community settings * Engage with whānau in the community to discuss vaccination and preventive health * Provide basic health education and promote screening programmes * Conduct nursing assessments and deliver safe, evidence-based care * Maintain accurate and timely patient documentation * Work collaboratively with the outreach team to support community health initiatives * Support and guide other outreach team members where required What We’re Looking For Qualifications & Experience * Current registration as a New Zealand Registered Nurse * Current NZNC Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) * Minimum 7 years’ experience as a Registered Nurse in New Zealand * Authorised Vaccinator for all age groups * Experience in community health or vaccination programmes is advantageous Skills & Knowledge * Strong interpersonal and communication skills * Understanding of cultural safety and health equity * Knowledge of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles in healthcare * Basic computer skills and accurate documentation practices * Proficient in conversational level of Te Reo Māori or Pasifika languages is desirable Personal Attributes * Comfortable working in community settings, including door-to-door engagement * Positive, caring, and patient-focused approach * Self-motivated with a proactive attitude * Strong team collaboration skills * Must hold a full driver’s license and have access to a car (mileage reimbursed) Why Join Tāmaki Health? * Make a meaningful impact by bringing healthcare directly to the community * Work with a supportive and purpose-driven outreach team * Contribute to initiatives that improve vaccination access and health equity * Be part of a healthcare organisation committed to accessible care for all New Zealanders * Access staff wellbeing support, including EAP services How to Apply If you are passionate about improving community health and supporting vaccination initiatives, we would love to hear from you. Click “Apply Now” to submit your application through our careers portal. Only candidates with legal working rights in New Zealand will be considered for this role. Tāmaki Health is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.

Responsibilities

The Community Outreach Registered Nurse will deliver vaccinations in patients' homes and community settings while engaging with families to promote preventive health initiatives. This role also involves conducting nursing assessments, maintaining documentation, and providing guidance to other outreach team members.