Public Health Nurse - Porirua - Te Ikaroa - NPHS (Fixed Term) at Te Whatu Ora, Wellington

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Contribute to transforming the future of health in this Public Health Nurse role
• Full time, 12-month Fixed-term (parental leave cover)
• Location: Porirua
• Paid on the relevant nursing collective

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. 

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations — from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities. 

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care. 

About the Role

As a Public Health Nurse, you'll play a key role in supporting the health of the greater Wellington community. The role involves assessing population health needs, understanding the many factors that influence wellbeing, focusing on primary prevention, and applying strong evidence‑based practice. This full-time fixed-term position based in Porirua will see you working directly with whānau and community groups—building relationships, promoting healthy living, and helping to safeguard the wellbeing of the wider population. It's meaningful, varied work that keeps you closely connected to the people you support.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The public health nursing team is part of the National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora and works towards Pae Ora (healthy futures for all) by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention. We are connected across boundaries to deliver public health services that are nationally planned, regionally delivered and locally tailored. 

Porirua's vibrant community, rich cultural identity, and beautiful coastal surroundings make it an inspiring place to build your career while enjoying a balanced, fulfilling lifestyle.

About you

As a successful candidate, you will show and understand the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and be skilled in applying its principles effectively in your role. You build and maintain positive relationships at all levels and model an agile approach, try new approaches, learn quickly, and adapt fast. You can utilise advanced nursing knowledge and skills through reflective practice, critical thinking and professional judgement to provide competent care and advice while working to top of scope.

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand as a Registered Nurse
• A current Annual Practising Certificate
• An ongoing commitment to professional development
• A commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for underserved whānau and communities
• Demonstrated competence in the application of Māori health models to Nursing practice
• Demonstrated ability to work within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Demonstrated time management skills
• Proven experience using Patient Management Systems
• An eye for detail and commitment to continuous quality improvement
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
• Full Driver's Licence

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 career portal by Monday, February 16^th, 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha Pillay via Anesha.pillay@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.