Registered Nurse - Hospital In The Home
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
We’re seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse (RN) to be part of and support the development of our Hospital in the Home (HITH) service at Hauora a Toi, Bay of Plenty.
This is an exciting opportunity to build and shape a new service and team delivering acute, hospital-level care in the home environment. The HITH model supports admission avoidance, early discharge, and improved patient experience by providing timely, patient-centred care in partnership with patients, whānau, and community teams.
As the RN – HITH, you’ll provide operational support across the service. You will be part of the team that develops and participates in this new model of care – being part of the team, establishing safe care practices and processes, and embedding high clinical standards from the outset.
Key Responsibilities Include
About the Team / Service / Location
The Hospital in the Home (HITH) service provides acute clinical care for patients in their own homes, enabling safe alternatives to hospital admission and supporting early discharge from inpatient settings.
You’ll belong to a committed team to deliver responsive, high-quality care that aligns with Te Whatu Ora’s commitment to equitable, patient-centred outcomes.
About You
You’re a confident and adaptable nurse who thrives on coordination, problem-solving, and supporting others. You’re comfortable leading teams through change and developing new services from the ground up, with a strong focus on quality, safety, and innovation.
You’ll Bring
Working for 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 online. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kaidee Winson ( )
Closing Statement
Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
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Registered Nurse • Tauranga, Bay of Plenty, New Zealand