Registered Nurse, Hospital in the Home (HitH) Team
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/Full time
Hybrid working
As a Registered Nurse, Hospital in the Home (HiTH), you will work within a virtual ward model that supports patients with acute or sub-acute conditions to receive safe, high-quality care outside of a traditional hospital setting. These positions offer a unique opportunity to work in an innovative and evolving model of care.
You will provide comprehensive nursing assessments for patients deemed suitable for Hospital in the Home by a senior medical officer. Using telehealth, you will assess health history, clinical observations, diagnostic results, and identify patient needs, risks, and early warning signs that inform care planning and required interventions. You will take a proactive approach to patient management, ensuring timely escalation and coordination of care as required.
About the Team/Service/ Location
Our Hospital in the Home (HiTH) service operates as a virtual ward, providing seven-day coverage from 7.00 am to 10.00 pm. The service is fully supported by a Consultant and Resident Medical Officers, working collaboratively to ensure safe and effective patient care in the community.
About you
To be considered we will need the following:
Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to identify patient deterioration and risks
Experience or confidence in delivering care via telehealth or virtual models
Excellent communication skills and the ability to manage patient care proactively
An understanding of holistic care, including psychosocial, cultural, and learning needs
If this sounds like an opportunity you are interested in, we encourage you to apply online.
Please click here for a copy of the position description
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 8 May 2026. Position reference number WDHB21481
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Please note, this role is available only to current Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora staff - we cannot accept applications from outside of our organisation.
