Registered Mental Health Nurse - Co Response Team at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Otago

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Registered Mental Health Nurse - Co Response Team

• Dunedin Hospital,
• Permanent, part-time role 0.5 FTE / 40 hours per fortnight
• Salary band - $81,863 to $106,739 pa pro-rata

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

This role is in our Co Response Team made up of Registered Nurses and Police. The aim of a co-response service is to enable people presenting with mental health crisis to receive the most appropriate response in the right setting for their needs. The service will mean more patients can be assessed and provided therapeutic care in a home or community setting rather than being transported to an emergency department or police station.

We are particularly interested in hearing from clinicians with exceptional crises assessment skills and who can work with the other partners in this new service in a cohesive way that maximises its success. You need to have a proven track record of being a team player while at the same time practicing at top of scope.

It would be an advantage if you a familiar with the Dunedin city area and have a good knowledge of what services are available locally to support people who are in crises. If you like variety this could be the perfect fit for you!

About the Team/Service/Location

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities. We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region. We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.

About you

As a Registered Nurse with recent experience working in Mental Health, you will be able to put your knowledge and skills to good use assisting the team to provide emergency mental health assessments.

You must be Registered with the New Zealand Nursing Council, hold a current Annual Practicing Certificate which allows you to work in mental health and be eligible to live and work in New Zealand.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship

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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.

How to apply

To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 20 February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website