Community Mental Health Nurse - Rural South - Te Kuiti

Community Mental Health Nurse - Rural South - Te Kuiti

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Waikato – Waikato District, North Island

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

This is a diverse and exciting role for a registered nurse working with Tangata whai ora who live in this beautiful rural part of the Waikato. In this role you will provide assessment and treatment for people with acute or enduring mental illness in the community.

Reporting to the Charge Nurse Manager and Associate Charge Nurse Manager, you will hold a case load of 25-30 people as part of the MDT which includes consultant psychiatrists, clinical psychologist, occupational therapist, social workers, kaitakawaenga, support workers and nurses. You will be conducting comprehensive mental health assessments, risk assessments, and developing collaborative recovery plans utilizing your skills and knowledge to support your work with whai ora.

The role is primarily based in Te Kuiti but may require travel to Tokoroa, Te Kuiti or Taumarunui bases to provide cover or support when needed.

Key responsibilities

• Organise prioritise and manage a caseload including the documentation associated with this.
• Clear communication with MDT wider team and community partners.
• Be a DAO or have an interest in becoming one.
• Practice with a tangata whaiora and whanau centred approach and be a strong advocate for best practice.

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About the Team / Service

The rural south is a large close-knit team made up of 44 dedicated clinicians who are passionate about providing the best community mental health service possible. Our foundation is a family come first culture.

Mental Health and Addictions Services at Waikato delivers a full range of specialty services across the district. We are committed to making a difference with tāngata whai ora and their whānau through working in partnership to create kotahitanga. We believe in delivering services with a strong recovery focus and a sensitivity to cultural aspects of mental health through applying the Treaty of Waitangi principles into practice.

About Waikato

The Waikato region is a dynamic mix of stunning scenery and cultural richness, providing a variety of experiences for every age. Whether you're catching epic surf, discovering breathtaking underground wonders, or immersing yourself in the magic of a famous movie landscape, there's something for everyone to enjoy.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

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 online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59 pm on 4 January 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Whitney Senior-Partridge at

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.

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