Registered Nurse - District Nursing

North Island - Bay of Plenty Tauranga; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Tauranga is seeking a committed Registered Nurse for a part-time District Nursing role, delivering home-based care across wound care, IV therapy and palliative support. You will work independently within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, patient-centred outcomes.

Applicants should have NZ Nursing Council registration, an Annual Practising Certificate, at least two years of clinical nursing experience, and a full NZ driver's licence.

Qualifications

• Current NZ Nursing Council registration and Annual Practising Certificate.
• Minimum of two years' clinical nursing experience.
• Flexibility to work weekends as required.
• Strong communication and documentation skills.
• A full, clean NZ driver’s licence.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in the community across wound care and IV therapy.
• Deliver palliative support and manage patient safety in home settings.
• Collaborate with GPs, Allied Health and hospital teams for continuity of care.
• Maintain high standards of documentation and independent practice.

Skills

Communication

Documentation

Independence

Teamwork

Education

RN registration + APC

Job description

• Work where others holiday - enjoy the beaches, bustling cafes, and vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga
• Based in Tauranga servicing the local community

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

This is a permanent part-time opportunity to join our experienced and well-respected District Nursing Service, based in Tauranga. You'll be providing comprehensive nursing care across a range of clinical presentations from wound care and IV therapy to palliative support within the community.

You'll need to be comfortable working independently while maintaining high standards of clinical care, documentation, and patient safety.

Our District Nursing team is a close-knit, community-focused service committed to delivering patient-centred care to people in their homes. We work collaboratively with GPs, Allied Health, and hospital teams to ensure smooth transitions and strong continuity of care. This service is fast-paced, responsive, and always evolving to meet the needs of our community. If you're adaptable, grounded, and enjoy holistic care, you'll fit right in.

You'll be a confident and compassionate Registered Nurse who enjoys variety and autonomy. A calm, solutions-focused approach is key, alongside a genuine passion for supporting patients in their own environment. You bring at least two years of clinical nursing experience ideally in District Nursing, Community Health, or Acute settings.

What you will bring:

• Current New Zealand Nursing Council registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Minimum of two years' clinical nursing experience
• Flexibility to work shifts (including weekends) as required
• Strong communication and documentation skills
• Confidence working both independently and within a multidisciplinary team
• A full, clean NZ driver's licence

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: TAU03079

Location:

North Island - Bay of Plenty - Tauranga

Job type:

Expertise:

Clinical - Nursing - Community / District / Public Health