Practice Nurse

Practice Nurse at NZ Defence Force, AucklandMo te tunga | About the roleThe Force Health Organisation team delivers health services to NZDF military personnel in New Zealand to maintain, improve and restore health in order to enhance Force effectiveness.As the Practice Nurse, you will be responsible for providinga range of safe and efficient primary nursing services to NZDF personnel at our managed clinic in Whenuapai.Providing health education and information to support patients to enhance their health outcomes will form part of this role, along with providing support to the Medical Officer.There will be some administrative functions and medical records to maintain, as well as the ordering of medical supplies.The role is Monday to Friday, with a weekly commitment of 40 hours.You'll be a Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate along with considerable experience in primary healthcare environment.A current vaccinator and smear taker certificate would be ideal.Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will shine through, as will your personal time management skills and ability to work collaboratively with the immediate and wider health teams.Please note : If selected for interview you will be required to provide certified copies of your medical qualifications including your practicing / registration certificate and possibly a statement of good standing.Nou te rourou | What's in it for youYour skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience.

But that's just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community.

Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services.Find all our benefits and more on theForce 4 Families website .NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success.

We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence.

With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment.Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.Me pehea te tuku tono | How to ApplyApplications close onThursday 24 July 2025.Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.Please Note : All applications must be made online, via the Defence Careers website.

Each listing contains the Position Description and a Contact Us option for any queries or technical issues.Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.NZDF Employees / Members – please apply internally via the HR Toolkit; this will ensure that you are visible as an internal candidate.NZDF Contractors – please apply via the Defence Careers website.NZDF Reserves – please apply via the Defence Careers website if you cannot access the HR Toolkit.Please Note : To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria.

Here's what you need to know : Low Level Security ClearanceYoumustbe a New Zealand citizenoryou must hold New Zealand Permanent Residenceorhave a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.At minimum, youmusthold New Zealand Permanent Residenceorhave a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa,andyou must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.If you do not meet the minimum criteria, unfortunately, your application will not be accepted.

We do welcome your application at a time when you will meet the requirements.Note : You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.

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