Enrolled Nurse | Hillmorton Heath Campus

• Christchurch - Hillmorton Health Campus - Regional Forensic Mental Health Services - Te Whare Mauri Ora (TWMO)
• Permanent full-time position working 37.5 hours per week
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with current APC

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

Enrolled Nurse – Te Whare Mauri Ora (TWMO)

Te Whare Mauri Ora (TWMO) is a 13-bed open forensic rehabilitation ward based at Hillmorton Hospital. As part of Health New Zealand’s Regional Forensic Specialist Mental Health Services, we provide multidisciplinary assessment and treatment in a supportive environment for tangata whaiora.

Our focus is on recovery—supporting individuals whose mental illness has contributed to serious offending, or who present a high risk to themselves or others, to safely transition back into the community.

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse to join our team. 

About the Role

This is a varied and rewarding role where you will work alongside a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, respectful, and recovery-focused care. You will support tangata whaiora in their day-to-day wellbeing while contributing to treatment plans and maintaining a safe therapeutic environment. 

Key Responsibilities

Whaiora Care and Support

• Provide safe, respectful, and person-centred care
• Support daily living needs and build strong therapeutic relationships
• Observe and report changes in health, wellbeing, or behaviour

Monitoring and Safety

• Monitor tangata whaiora regularly to ensure safety
• Follow care plans and respond appropriately to risks or emergencies

Support Treatment Plans

• Assist in implementing care plans, including administering medication as directed
• Monitor for side effects and escalate concerns

Communication and Documentation

• Maintain accurate and timely clinical records
• Communicate effectively with the multidisciplinary team
• Ensure privacy and confidentiality is upheld

Professional Practice

• Adhere to nursing standards, policies, and procedures
• Contribute positively to team culture and ongoing professional development

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

• Support equitable health outcomes for Māori
• Uphold the values and aspirations of tangata whenua and mana whenua
• Contribute to culturally safe care and support Māori workforce development 

About You

Essential:

• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC and mental health scope
• Previous mental health experience preferred
• Nurses with the right skills and attitude, and mental health scope, may be considered
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Confident, resilient, and able to work in a challenging environment
• Strong relationship-building skills
• Knowledge of and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Desirable:

• Experience applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
• Experience working within a mental health setting 

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 ques

tions about the role, please contact Recruitment Partner Lisa Gray on Lisa.Gray2@tewhatuora.govt.nz

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position. 

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