Nurse Practitioner Intern, Gerontology
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
- Permanent
- Part time, 0.5 FTE
We have an exciting opportunity for a Nurse Practitioner Intern to join our respected Gerontology Nursing team, where your emerging expertise will make a tangible difference in the lives of older adults across the Waitematā district.
About the Team/Service/ Location
This role will be based in either Rodney, Waitakere or North Shore
As a Gerontology Nurse Practitioner Intern, you will play an integral role in advancing the care of our older adult population. This an advanced practice role which involves comprehensive gerontology nursing, working both independently and collaboratively with other Nurse Practitioners, Gerontology Nurse Specialists and Geriatricians As part of our community-based team, you will:
- Champion proactive, person-centred care
- Improve access and health outcomes for older people
- Diagnose, assess, and manage complex health needs across the care continuum
What we offer
- A dynamic, diverse, and rewarding environment
- Strong clinical support and mentorship
- Professional development tailored to your growth
- A chance to contribute to service innovation and equity
About you
Our ideal candidate will have:
- Proven experience as a Clinical Nurse Specialist in Gerontology Nursing
- Master’s degree in Nursing accompanied by advanced assessment and diagnostic reasoning skills paper
- Ongoing commitment in educational initiatives to enhance gerontology-nursing practices.
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 by 14 September 2026. Position reference number WDHB21838
Please click here for a copy of the position description
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
