Healthcare Assistants – Inpatient Unit

Permanent Part-Time 0.6 FTE

Palmerston North

At Arohanui Hospice, our name says it all — Arohanui means "with much love", and that’s the spirit we bring to everything we do. We provide specialist palliative care with aroha, compassion, and clinical excellence to people with life-limiting illnesses, while supporting their whānau throughout the journey.

Based in Palmerston North, we serve communities across the Manawatū, Tararua, Horowhenua and Rangitīkei / Taihape regions. Every year, thousands of people benefit from our free services, made possible through a combination of public health funding and the generosity of local supporters.

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate Healthcare Assistant to join our Inpatient Unit team on a permanent, part-time basis. This role involves working rostered shifts across our 24 / 7 service, contributing to a collaborative and patient-focused environment.

What you’ll bring :

• A calm, caring and adaptable approach, even under pressure
• Confidence in using your initiative while working within a supportive team
• Digital literacy, with experience in patient management systems
• Excellent communication skills and a collaborative spirit
• A deep commitment to person-centred care and our organisational values

Ideally, you will also have :

Why Arohanui Hospice?

When you join Arohanui Hospice, you become part of a team that puts people first — our patients, their families, and our staff. We offer :

If you’re passionate about delivering high-quality care and want to be part of a respected and values-driven organisation, we’d love to hear from you.

To apply, send your CV and cover letter to : v

Full job description → Inpatient Unit HCA Job Description

An application form can be found here → Application for Employment

Applications will be reviewed as they are received – don’t wait to apply.

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