Enrolled Nurse - District Nursing

District Nursing – Whakatāne

• Based at Whakatāne Hospital + Free onsite parking
• Permanent Part-time – 0.7 FTE
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

Are you an experienced and adaptable Enrolled Nurse looking for a role that offers variety and meaningful impact? We are seeking a dedicated Enrolled Nurse to join our dynamic community care team in Whakatāne, providing holistic and compassionate care to clients in their homes.

This permanent part-time position requires flexibility to work shifts between 8:00 am and 4:30 pm, Monday to Sunday. You will play a key role in delivering client-focused care, working independently while contributing to a friendly, supportive, and experienced team.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Located in the stunning Bay of Plenty, Whakatāne is known for its beautiful beaches, vibrant community, and relaxed lifestyle. Our community nursing team is enthusiastic, collaborative, and committed to providing high-quality care that empowers clients to thrive.

Get to know the team click the link

About you

We are looking for a skilled and motivated candidate who thrives on variety and challenge in their work. With a focus on wound care and independent practice, you will bring strong clinical expertise and a passion for making a difference.

• Enrolled Nurse with a current Annual Practicing Certificate.
• Two or more years of recent nursing experience, preferably in District, Community, or Acute Nursing.
• Sound knowledge in wound care and the ability to work independently.
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.

Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion

We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whānau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Friday 21 February. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers@bopdhb.govt.nz

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.