Community Mental Health Nurse

New Zealand Government; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand in Wellington is seeking experienced Mental Health Nurses to deliver high-quality care for adults with complex needs within a dynamic MDT. You will work autonomously while engaging with a multidisciplinary team, ensuring patient-centred planning and execution of care.

Ideal applicants will have NZ registration, at least 2 years in mental health, and a driver’s licence. The role offers permanent full-time or part-time options, with a supportive work environment and

Qualifications

• Must be registered as a mental health nurse in New Zealand.
• Minimum of 2 years' experience in mental health.
• Ability to coordinate and prioritise treatment needs.
• Experience in developing risk management plans.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive assessments and develop risk management plans.
• Coordinate and prioritise treatment needs in collaboration with the MDT.
• Provide high-quality, person-centred care to adults with complex mental health needs.
• Communicate effectively with clients, families and the health team.

Skills

Autonomous practice

MDT collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Registration as mental health nurse (NZ)

Postgraduate qualification in mental health nursing

Job description

## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Location:** Wellington Community**Contract:** Permanent, Full TimeHealth 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 passionate about delivering high quality care to a diverse population with complex mental health needs, and working alongside equally motivated and passionate clinicians?* Do you have a drive for continuing professional development?* Are you looking for the right place to use your exceptional skills?* Do you want to work in a dynamic team with great colleagues?* Are you ready to work in a team that recognises the importance of humour, compassion and self-care in continuing to be able to deliver exceptional service?We are looking for experienced mental health nurses who have a passion for working with adults with complex mental health needs. You must be able to work autonomously as well as contribute to the multi-disciplinary team. Along with a good sense of humour and flexibility, you will require excellent communication and organisational skills as they are an essential part of the day-to-day work.We have 1 full time and 1 part time (0.6FTE) role available*Ehara taku toa i te toa takitahi, engari he toa takitini**My strength is not as an individual, but as a collective***About the Team/Service Location**The South community mental health team is a friendly supportive team, with a recognition that enjoying our mahi enhances our service delivery. We have a range of clinical skills and personalities that mean you can find your place with us. Covering the Southern and Eastern suburbs of wellington affords us a diverse caseload of clients with equally diverse needs. We strive to provide a service that fits the range of needs we encounter and puts the person at the centre of what we do.The mix of experience we have in our team mean we can support your growth.**About you*** Able to work autonomously as well as contribute to the MDT* Creative, innovative thinking and problem solving* Application of best practice models of care* A willingness to learn and develop your practice* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills* Self-motivated and skilled in developing relationships with a variety of other professionals* Registered with the relevant board in New Zealand* You will have a minimum of 2 years' experience in mental health providing comprehensive assessments and risk management plans, formulating and articulating treatment needs and plans, and be able to coordinate and prioritise treatment needs* Holds registration as a mental health nurse or has completed a relevant postgraduate programme in mental health nursing.* You will hold a full NZ drivers' licence.**Working at 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.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. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.**How to Apply**To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]***We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.***## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley || Location: | Wellington Community || Position type: | Permanent Full time, Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 18-Sep-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 14-Oct-2026 || Reference: | MHN024-26 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | https://www.ccdhb.org.nz/ |