District Nurse - Far North, Kaitaia Hospital

District Nursing - Kaitaia Permanent, part time role (0.8 FTE, 32 hours per week) Work in a rewarding community-based role supporting people to remain safe, well, and independent in their own homes. Join a dedicated and supportive multidisciplinary team serving the Far North. Based in Kaitaia, with some travel across the wider Far North region. 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 As a District Nurse, your priorities are to provide District Nursing care demonstrated by a personal philosophy of nursing that incorporates the principles of primary health care and the consumer provider partnership in health. The care is based on comprehensive assessment, ensures continuity, and is patient/client centred, culturally sensitive and evidence based. Working across a variety of community settings, including patients' homes, community clinics, and other mutually agreed locations, you will play a key role in supporting individuals to manage their health and maintain independence within their community. This role is based in Kaitaia and includes travel throughout the Far North region. For more information on living and working in Northland click hereClick here to view the position description. About you Registration with Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practicing Certificate Current Full NZ Drivers Licence Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and age groups The ability to advocate for and support patients, whānau, and communities A commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team Strong organisational and clinical assessment skills, with a focus on delivering safe, high-quality care Working at 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr