Registered Nurse

Heritage Lifecare; Palmerston North; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional development

Supportive team

Meaningful impact

Job summary

Heritage Lifecare in Palmerston North is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join Chiswick Park Lifecare and deliver compassionate, high‑quality resident care in a warm, supportive environment. A current APC and NZ registration are required, with experience in aged care preferred.

You will lead a team of Caregivers, develop and monitor care plans, carry out clinical assessments, and form lasting relationships with residents, families and GPs.

Qualifications

• Previous nursing experience in aged care or similar healthcare setting.
• Current APC and NZ nursing registration required.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Empathy and genuine desire to help people.
• Team spirit and collaborative approach to care.
• Commitment to health and safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Caregivers to deliver high-quality care.
• Develop and monitor comprehensive care plans.
• Carry out clinical assessments and review resident health status.
• Build lasting relationships with residents, families and GPs.
• Support Clinical Services and Care Home Managers.

Job description

Join our team at Chiswick Park Lifecare to make a positive impact on the lives of our residents by providing exceptional care in a warm and caring environment.

Chiswick Park Lifecare is a 51-bed Care Home located in the city of Palmerston North. Our team comes from all around the world and are open and welcoming to people from diverse backgrounds and cultures. But we are all connected in our Heritage community by our passion for caring and empathy. Why would you want to work anywhere else?

About Us:

Heritage Lifecare is one of the leading and largest aged care providers in New Zealand, and the largest dementia provider. We are a fast growing, dynamic organisation with 42 care homes and 20 villages from Whangarei to Invercargill, with an abundance of opportunity. We pride ourselves on being a caring community and have a supporting and nurturing culture; we are whanau.

About Our Role:

• Chiswick Park Lifecare, located in Beautiful Palmerston North
• Permanent Full-Time (32 or more hours per week)
• AM, PM, Nights and weekend shifts

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Registered Nurse with a passion for caring for others, to make a meaningful difference to the lives of our residents. You will have a positive compassionate attitude, the ability to make others smile, and be great at working with people. You will play a pivotal role in ensuring that our residents are cared for to the highest standard with kindness and patience, in a warm and caring atmosphere.

As a Registered Nurse, you will use your skills to:

• Lead and develop a team of dedicated Caregivers to provide a high-level of quality care
• Develop and monitor care plans
• Carry out clinical assessments
• Form a lasting relationship with residents, families and GP's
• Support the Clinical Services and Care Home Managers

Your Skills and Experience:

• Previous experience as a Registered Nurse, either in New Zealand or abroad
• Hold a current APC
• Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• A genuine love for helping people, with a friendly and positive attitude.
• Have a good team spirit with empathy and drive to make a difference in the lives of others
• A passion for continuous improvement, with a sound understanding of the importance of health and safety procedures.

What's in it for you:

• Work for one of the most progressive aged care companies in New Zealand.
• Competitive pay scale based on skills & experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.
• Make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents.

Join Us:

Heritage Lifecare fosters an environment that celebrates diversity and inclusion. We uphold the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and interviews may take place prior to the close date.

Applicants must have the legal right to work in New Zealand. Therefore, we may be unable to support a visa application for this role.