We are searching for a Nurse to Join our Team!
Job Title : Community Nurse – Whānau Health & Home Support Assessments
Location : Whaioranga Trust - 531 Welcome Bay Road, Tauranga
Reports To : Manager
Hours : 30 hours per week
Remuneration : $36-$45 per hour (dependant on experience), Support with Further Study!
Employment Type : Part-time Permanent
Purpose of the Role
To provide culturally responsive nursing through the assessment of home-based support referrals for age-related disabilities and the delivery of community-based health checks. This role prioritises equitable outcomes for whānau Māori and ensures that services are delivered in a manner that upholds mana, fosters whanaungatanga, and supports holistic wellbeing.
Key Responsibilities
- Home-Based Support Assessment – completing clinical assessments in disabilities sector to assess for home based support services
- Community-Based Health Checks – conduct health and wellbeing assessments for whanau, screen for long-term conditions, actively target and engage with whānau Māori, ensuring an increase in accessibility
- Clinical Guidance & Support – provide clinical guidance to teams, ensuring practice aligns with clinical and cultural safety, strengthen quality improvement and care delivery
Qualifications and Experience
Registered Nurse with current APC (NZNC)Minimum 2 years’ experience in community, primary care, or aged care nursingExperience working with Māori communities and understanding of tikanga Māori preferredExperience in team-based or supervisory roles an advantageKnowledge of home-based support services and NASC assessment processes an advantageCurrent NZ driver’s licenceCompleted or looking to study towards a post graduate certificate in nursingSkills and Attributes
Strong clinical assessment and care planning skillsAbility to lead and support others clinicallyCulturally safe, respectful, and relationship-focusedExcellent communication and documentation skillsAble to work independently and as part of a kaupapa Māori health teamConfident using digital health systems (e.g. InterRAI and other CMS systems)Commitment to Kaupapa Māori Values
Uphold and practise the values of the TrustBe guided by principles of equity, partnership, and tino rangatiratangaBe open to engaging in te reo Māori and tikanga practices within your roleIs this you? APPLY NOW! Come and join our Team
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