Maaori Clinical Nurse Specialists - Mental Health at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato, Waikato

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Location: Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre, Waikato Hospital, Hamilton 
• Permanent – 80 hours per fortnight
• Join a dynamic team, make a real impact and enjoy working in a collaborative environment

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

You will be one of a team of three Maaori Clinical Nurse Specialists employed to create radical change for Maaori. This role will be essential in creating partnerships with Maaori across all levels including taangata whaiora and whaanau, Maaori staff and the Kaitakawaenga team, and supporting our non- Maaori staff to work together in reducing inequity.

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the PSA Mental Health and Public Health Nursing collective agreement or the NZNO Nursing and Midwifery Collective Agreement. Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), professional development and wellness support.

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About the Teams

Ward 36 is a 10 bedded acute admission unit with an adjacent intensive care area consisting of 2 beds and is situated within the Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre.

Ward 35 is a 21 bedded acute mental health unit, also situated within the Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre.

It’s the perfect time to join our team. We have a brand new facility being built which will be ready for occupancy in 2026; you will work in a state of the art purpose built facility, where we aim to be delivering a service which is culturally led and clinically underpinned.

Be part of leading this change, alongside a great multi-disciplinary team and including our taangata whaiora and whaanau.

About Hamilton

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

About you

As a Maaori Clinical Nurse Specialist you will:

• Have a good understanding of Te Ao Maaori and your own identity and whakapapa connections.
• Hold a current New Zealand nursing registration and practising certificate with scope to work in mental health
• Have 3-4 years of clinical experience in a mental health setting
• Have a passion for making a difference to the lives of our taangata whaiora and whaanau

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 31 May 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Amanda Lewis at amanda.lewis-wilson@waikatodhb.health.nz

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