Registered Nurse, Mental Health Services for Older People
Registered Nurse –Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP) Community Team
- Opportunity to make an impact on the health of our community in Counties Manukau
- Middlemore Hospital, Permanent Full Time (1 FTE) opportunity!
- Monday to Friday
Our Organisation:
Health NZ Counties Manukau is a dynamic and progressive organisation at the forefront of innovative health care delivery within the New Zealand Public Health Sector. We continue to work with others to achieve equity in key health indicators for Maaori, Pacific and communities with health disparities and will continue to develop and implement plans, based on local needs to improve the health and wellbeing of Counties Manukau region. Our main sites are Middlemore Hospital, Kidz First Hospital and Manukau Health Park.
We are part of Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora, the overarching organisation for New Zealand’s national health service. HNZ leads the day-to-day running of the health system, with functions delivered at local, district, regional and national levels. 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 Maaori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
About the role:
Arahinahia ngā mahara o kui, koro mā, hei purakau mo āpōpō
Nurture the thoughts of the elders, they are stories of tomorrow
Are you an experienced Mental Health Nurse who is looking for a new challenge?
This is a great opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment within a culturally diverse staff group and client group within the Counties Manukau area. You will manage a caseload providing mental health care to older adults presenting with functional and/or organic disorders.
As a Registered Nurse you will develop and implement safe, sound and supportive plans for those allocated to you alongside developing and maintaining relationships with service providers within the district and those providing care within the locality. You will have the opportunity to work alongside staff from AOD, NGO specialities and other specialist services to enhance service user’s experience.
We are looking for a Registered Nurse with a depth of relevant experience and strong nursing skills to contribute to the assessment and treatment of older adults. Experience and knowledge of mental health settings, and care of older adults is essential.
If you have a genuine interest in continued excellence in patient care, then we want to hear from you!
Salaries are based on the PSA Mental Health and Public Health Collective Agreement Registered Nurse Scale
Why Join Us?
- Be part of a progressive organisation committed to excellence in healthcare
- Engage with a diverse community and enhance your nursing practice
- Access to ongoing education and training opportunities
If you are enthusiastic about advancing your career in Mental Health and making a difference in our community, we want to hear from you!
Essential requirements
- NZ Registered Mental Health Nurse
- Current Annual Practicing Certificate
- 2+ years post registration experience in Mental Health
- Full, NZ driver’s licence with no limitations
Make a difference in our community and apply online now! For more information on this position, contact Fran Upoko in the Recruitment Centre at cm-nursemidwejobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz
Job Number: CMH202618138
Applications close: 27 October 2026
