Mental Health Nurse - Te Whetu Tawera
- Exciting opportunity for experienced Mental Health Nurses to join Te Whetu Tawera’s specialist team
- Deliver high-quality, recovery-focused care and contribute to better outcomes for Tangata Whai ora
- Permanent, full-time employment (40 hours per week) at Auckland City Hospital, offering stability and a central location
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
About the Role
We are looking for skilled and compassionate inpatient mental health nurses to join our team and deliver safe, effective, and contemporary care to patients and their families/whānau. Our approach is based on thorough assessment, continuity of care, and a commitment to patient-centred, culturally responsive, evidence-informed practice. Successful applicants will bring at least three years’ experience in mental health nursing, including a minimum of one year in an inpatient mental health environment.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Te Whetu Tawera (TWT) is Te Toka Tumai Auckland’s modern, purpose-built 58-bed adult inpatient mental health unit, located in the heart of Auckland. Set within the grounds of Auckland City Hospital, our stand-alone facility offers a safe, therapeutic environment with excellent access to public transport, and is just moments from the Auckland Domain, shopping precincts, cafés, and entertainment — making it an easy and convenient place to work.
We provide a comprehensive hospital-based continuum of care for adults aged 18–65 experiencing complex mental health needs. Our service includes a 12-bed Psychiatric Intensive Care Unit and two 23-bed open wards, delivering specialised, recovery-focused support at every stage. Working closely with community mental health teams, we take a collaborative, person-centred approach that empowers Tangata Whai ora and enables our staff to make a meaningful, lasting difference every day.
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About you
You will be a Mental Health Nurse registered with a New Zealand professional board with a current Practising Certificate. You will also meet the below requirements:
- Have three years’ experience (or more) working in a mental health setting with some of this experience being in a inpatient setting.
- Have a current Annual Practicing certificate (APC)
- Hold a post graduate certification in mental health
- A full, clean NZ drivers license
Working at 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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
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 Jade Smith (Recruitment Consultant) Jade.Smith@TeWhatuOra.Govt.NZ
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
