Registered Nurse - Public Health Nurse

at  Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty

HE KORERO MŌU - ABOUT YOU

To be successful in this role we are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a professional approach in all that you do, and enjoy working in a varying, agile environment.

• Current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Registered nurse with at least 2 years’ experience
• Recent acute care or community care facility experience relevant to the practice setting

MŌ TĀTOU – ABOUT US

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand’s North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatāne, Kawerau and Ōpōtiki. Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty’s largest employers with over 4500 staff.

HE KŌRERO MŌ TE TŪRANGA - ABOUT THE ROLE

Hauora a Toi – Bay of Plenty are seeing a Registered Nurse for a Public Health position based at Tauranga hospital. This role offers a high degree of autonomy, providing exceptional job satisfaction and team support. This is a permanent part-time role working 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week).
The successful candidate will be responsible for working closely with school-age children, their families, and whānau in the community to address a wide range of health and social issues.
An understanding of the challenges facing children will be advantageous in this role. Additionally, you will support the school-based Immunisation Team, making knowledge of immunisation and possession of an Authorised Vaccinator Certificate advantageous. This position requires the ability to overcome challenges and handle unexpected situations effectively.

To be successful in this role we are looking for an enthusiastic individual with a professional approach in all that you do, and enjoy working in a varying, agile environment.

• Current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Registered nurse with at least 2 years’ experience
• Recent acute care or community care facility experience relevant to the practice settin