Enrolled Nurse - Wāhi Oranga


  • Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
  • Permanent part-time (0.7FTE) position available 
  • Experienced Enrolled Nurse in Mental Health

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

Wāhi Oranga is an inpatient rehabilitation unit which offers a recovery-based programme that enables people with mental health issues to live fulfilling lives in the community.

  • 1x Enrolled Nurse Permanent Part-time position (0.7FTE). 
  • Roster pattern - working, 3 on 3 off including “all shifts - morning, afternoon, and nights".

The goals of this multi-disciplinary staffed service are:

  • Provision of a safe and supportive environment to provide extended assessment, treatment and rehabilitation following an admission to the adult acute service
  • Teaching skills to help support illness management and to support consumers to live the life they want to live
  • Support development of structure and meaningful routines
  • Support safe discharge into a community setting

About you

  • Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current APC and mental health scope;
  • An interest in Safewards and training in the Collaborative Problem Solving Approach will be provided;
  • An ability to forge and foster meaningful relationships, whilst treating others with respect, encouragement and support;
  • Adhere to guidelines of Cultural Safety and the Treaty of Waitangi.

Working for 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 view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online career’s portal before 11:59pm on Thursday 19th March. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Lisa Gray at Lisa.Gray2@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Applicants will be progressed as they apply, so if this sounds like you, please apply now.

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Permanent/Part Time

Job no: PC4092493

Location: Christchurch

Closing Date: Thursday, 19 March 2026