Are you passionate about supporting people on their journey of recovery from addiction?
Do you want to use your clinical expertise in a community where your work truly matters?
Our client is a charitable trust based in
West Auckland
, and they are seeking a committed and compassionate
Registered Nurse
with experience in Alcohol and Other Drug (AOD) rehabilitation to join their kaupapa.
Their mission is to provide tools for transformational change to those affected by severe addiction—supporting individual and whanau recovery while reducing the harm addiction causes in communities and society.
They offer a
high-quality, culturally responsive, abstinence-based programme
grounded in the
Therapeutic Community model
About the Role
As an
AOD Registered Nurse
, you will play a vital role in supporting the health and wellbeing of residents in a therapeutic programme.
Providing
competent, efficient, and compassionate nursing care
to clients on-site at their residential facility.
Overseeing health issues and implementing care plans in alignment with individual needs and beliefs
Managing and leading their
Infection Control Programme
, ensuring alignment with current health standards and legislation
Working alongside a committed multi-disciplinary team to support transformational change
Who We're Looking For
You are a Registered Nurse who is grounded, resilient, and inspired to support people on their recovery journey.
You bring a trauma-informed, respectful approach and are comfortable working cross-culturally.
You will have
Bachelor of Nursing (Level 7)
or equivalent
Current NZ Nursing Registration
(RGON, RcpN, BN)
Membership with
DANA (Drug and Alcohol Nurses Australasia)
or commitment to obtain within 3 months
Experience working in
AOD rehabilitation or related settings
Working knowledge of the
12 Step Programme
A strong understanding of cultural safety and the ability to work effectively with Maori, Pasifika and other communities
First Aid Certificate (or willingness to train)
Ability to speak
Te Reo Maori
or another language is a desirable
Coaching or mentoring experience
Health and safety advocacy experience
You'll join a deeply committed team working in a values-driven, inclusive environment where every person is treated with
dignity, care, and compassion
They are supportive of your professional development and offer the opportunity to make a real difference every day.
If you're ready to use your clinical skills to support healing and whanau wellbeing, we'd love to hear from you.
Or, for further information about this job, please contact :
Kerri Law Email :
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Registered Nurse • Auckland, New Zealand