Community Mental Health Nurse — Home-Based Treatment

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Hastings; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Home Based Treatment Team in Hastings. You will assess, plan and deliver evidence-based mental health care in the community, supporting recovery and independence.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on equity, cultural responsiveness, and person-centred care, with opportunities for professional development and scope expansion.

Qualifications

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate.
• Postgraduate qualification in mental health and addiction (or working towards).
• Proven ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong time management, assessment, and communication skills.
• Full drivers licence and ability to work within a community based setting.

Responsibilities

• Undertake comprehensive assessments and develop care plans.
• Deliver high quality, evidence-based mental health care in people's homes and communities.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to service improvement.
• Respond flexibly to changing needs while ensuring safe, person-centred care.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Teamwork

Assessment skills

Education

Nursing registration

Postgraduate mental health/addiction

Job description

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Home Based Treatment Team in Hastings. You will assess, plan and deliver evidence-based mental health care in the community, supporting recovery and independence.

You will work within a multidisciplinary team, focusing on equity, cultural responsiveness, and person-centred care, with opportunities for professional development and scope expansion.