Public Health Nurse Thames

2 weeks ago

Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

Where you'll be working:
Hauraki, Thames, Coromandel

The details:
Permanent - 72 Hours per week (0.9 FTE)

Be part of the national transformation in Health

Work with the Public Health Nursing team to cover the Peninsula

Flexible location between Waihi, Paeroa and Thames

Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity

We currently have a vacancy for a registered nurse to join our Public Health Nursing Service working 72 hours / fortnight.

The position is working with the PHN team to cover the Peninsula.

The primary location of this role can be flexible between Waihi, Paeroa and Thames depending on applicant, and will require travel to the Thames.

Orientation provided. This position is not suitable for a new graduate nurse. This is a Monday to Friday service with hours between 8am - 4.30pm.

Click here to view the position description.
(Please note position descriptions can only be viewed on the Te Whatu Ora - Waikato website.)

Mō tātou Ratonga | About our Service

Rural Public Health Nursing offers a challenging and complex nursing role within the community working alongside families, children and schools.

A Public Health Nurse is required to be multi-skilled, with excellent assessment and communication skills. Public Health Nurses need to be able to use critical thinking, problem solve and prioritise their workload autonomously.

We work with many health and community providers, including the education sector.

The Public Health Nurse Service provides the primary school based immunisation program for year 7 & 8 students twice yearly.

Having Authorised Vaccinator status is beneficial. Ongoing relationship building is an essential part of our service.

Mōu | About you
Required skills & experience you will need to be considered for this role:

Current NZ Registered Nurse Annual Practising Certificate

A full current driver's licence and the ability to drive daily and long distances as required

Relevant postgraduate experience in child and family nursing care of a minimum of 3 years.

A passion for improving health outcomes for children and their families/whanau is essential and an ability to work within a variety of social demographics

Excellent communication skills

A demonstrated ability to work autonomously within a multi-disciplinary team is vital for this role

Proven assessment skills

Self-motivated with proven time management skills

Post graduate study is preferred

Familiarisation with, and use of electronic devices is an essential part of this role

Ko wai mātou | Our Organisation
Te iwi Ngakaunui - People at Heart

Whakamana - Give and earn respect

Whakaronga - Listen to me; Talk to me

Mauri Pai - Fair play

Whakapakari - Growing the good

Kotahitanga - Stronger together

It is not very often something happens that is big; like, really big. Big to the point that it will touch the lives of every single person in the country. That is what we are talking about here.

The provision of Health in Aotearoa New Zealand, and how its run is about to change in a big way.


Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand and Te Aka Whai Ora - Māori Health Authority will together shape the delivery of Health services in Aotearoa New Zealand for generations to come, and will form the core of a modern and integrated service looking after the needs of all our Whānau.

We are dedicated to achieving health equity for Māori and other priority populations. We are a Crown entity and an active partner in Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand is guided by Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to upholding the articles.


Here at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Waikato we have a team of 8,000 working across the Waikato where everyone plays a vital role in the care of our patients - directly or non-directly.

Our vision is Healthy People. Excellent Care.

Te Whatu Ora, Waikato serves the largest Māori population and third largest Pacific population in Aotearoa New Zealand.

Waikato Hospital in Hamilton is one of New Zealand's largest tertiary, teaching hospitals with over 600 inpatient beds and 22 operating theatres.

Clinical specialities include Women's and Children Services, Cardiology / Cardiothoracic Surgery, Oncology and Haematology, Surgical services, and Mental Health and Addiction.

Waikato Hospital is the Midland regional referral centre for multiple specialties including trauma surgery, oncology, and neurology.


We are a values-based and inclusive organisation that is committed to deliver the best health outcomes for our total population.

Reflecting the population we serve is an important part of the care we deliver to the community. We strongly encourage applicants from all backgrounds with the necessary capability and who share our values to apply. We proactively develop pathways that maximise opportunity for Māori and encourage Māori to apply.

He aha Waikato
Waikato is the fourth largest region in Aotearoa New Zealand and located just south of Tāmaki Makaura

  • Public Health Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Public Health Nurse TokoroaJob Number:TOK00219Where you'll be working:Public Health Nurse Team Tokoroa HospitalThe details:Permanent Parttime 48 Hours fortnight (0.6 FTE) RosteredTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityThis is an opportunity for a motivated, innovative Registered Nurses who are keen to work a range of roles within the hospital and community...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato Full time

    Registered Nurse - Medical Inpatient Unit - ThamesJob Number:THA00754**Where you'll be working:Thames HospitalThe details:Permanent, full & part time options availableTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe are seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our Inpatient Nursing team here at Thames Hospital.Key responsibilities of the role: Provide patient...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Registered Nurse - Thames Outpatients and ChemotherapyJob Number:THA00744**Where you'll be working:Thames HospitalThe details:Permanent**:- **part time 24 hours weekTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe are looking for an energetic and empathetic Registered Nurse to work within Thames Hospital's Chemotherapy and Outpatient service. The successful applicant...

  • Administration Manager, Thames

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Where you'll be working: Thames HospitalThe details: Permanent full time Be part of the national transformation in HealthTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityThis role requires the applicant to lead, support and co-ordinate proactive and efficient operations of this service for the Rural Hospitals & Nursing services division. The manager is key to ensuring...

  • Community Mental Health Nurse, Occupational

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Community Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker - Mental Health Service for Older People - ThamesJob Number:WAI26946Where you'll be based: Manaaki Centre, Thames HospitalThe details: Permanent - 80 hours per fortnight (1.0 FTE) however part-time can be negotiatedBe part of the national transformation in HealthLive and Work in the...

  • Thames Dietitian

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Where you'll be working:Thames HospitalThe details:Permanent, Full time and part time options considered- Be part of the national transformation in Health- Join our great dietetic team for the opportunity to work alongside our clients throughout their health journeyTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe are looking for a Dietitian to be based at Thames...

  • Health Care Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Waikato Full time

    Health Care Assistant - Medical Inpatient Unit - ThamesJob Number:THA00752**Where you'll be working: Inpatient Unit Thames HospitalThe details:Permanent, part time (20 hours per week), Rostered and rotating shiftsSalary details:Nursing and Midwifery Collective agreementJob summary The patient group are largely elderly (although not all), who have been...

  • District Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Where you'll be working: Hauraki Thames Coromandel Community Nursing Services - ThamesThe details: Permanent - 72 Hours per fortnight (0.9 FTE) Be part of the national transformation in Health Varied and complex nursing role within the communityTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe are seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Hauraki Thames Coromandel (HTC)...

  • District Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Where you'll be working: Hauraki Thames Coromandel Community Nursing ServicesThe details: Permanent - 72 Hours fortnight (0.9 FTE) Be part of the national transformation in Health Varied and complex nursing role within the communityTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe are seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Hauraki Thames Coromandel (HTC) District...

  • Community Mental Health Nurse, Occupational

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Community Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker - ICAMHS - ThamesJob Number:THA00740**Where you'll be working:Manaaki Centre, Thames HospitalThe details:Permanent Full time - 40 hours per week- Be part of the national transformation in Health:Rewarding role within a supportive, well established team:- Opportunity to engage in service...

  • Thames Dietitian

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time

    Where you'll be working: Thames HospitalThe details: Permanent, Full time and part time options consideredBe part of the national transformation in HealthJoin our great dietetic team for the opportunity to work alongside our clients throughout their health journeyTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe are looking for a Dietitian to be based at Thames...

  • District Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    District Nurse - WhitiangaJob Number:THA00615**Where you'll be working:Whitianga - Hauraki Thames Coromandel District Nursing teamThe details:Part-time - 48 Hours per fortnight (0.6 FTE)Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity District Nursing is a combination of home visiting and clinicbased work. The District Nurse Service provides services 7 days a week hr and...

  • Receptionist - Ed Thames

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Receptionist - ED ThamesJob Number:THA00716Where you'll be working: Emergency Department, Thames HospitalThe details: Permanent Part-time - 0.8 FTE - Rostered- Are you passionate about working in the health sector where your efforts make a tangible difference to peoples' lives?Te whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe have a Receptionist position available in...

  • Community Mental Health Nurse, Occupational

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Community Mental Health Nurse, Occupational Therapist or Social Worker - Mental Health Rural North Sector - Thames/CoromandelJob Number:THA00738**Where you'll be working:Manaaki Centre, Thames HospitalThe details:Permanent Full time - 40 hours per week Live and Work in the amazing Hauraki-Coromandel We offer rewarding career opportunities in clinical areas...

  • Nurse Educator

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Nurse Educator - Professional Development Unit: Thames Nursing Care PortfolioJob Number:WAI26929Where you'll be working:Thames HospitalThe details:Permanent Part-timeAre you passionate about educating and upskilling nurses? Do you want to make a leadership contribution to influence clinical skill and professional practice development aimed at enhancing...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Registered NurseJob Number:THA00686Where you'll be working:Thames HospitalThe details:Fixed term - 0.8 FTE - RosteredTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe have a fixed term vacancy for a Registered Nurse with prior surgical and / or endoscopy experience looking to further develop their career opportunities. This is an opportunity to work in a stimulating and...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Registered NurseJob Number:THA00743**Where you'll be working:Day Surgery / Theatre - Thames HospitalThe details:Casual- Pre and post op care of surgical patients, and or experience in operating theatreTe whiwhinga mahi | The OpportunityWe have a vacancy for a registered nurse with prior surgical, theatre and or endoscopy experience. This is an opportunity to...

  • Kaiako / teacher of mathematics / statistics

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Thames High School Full time

    Kaiako / teacher of mathematics / statisticsPart time, Fixed term, FTTE up to: 0.8, Start Date: 29/07/2024, End Date: 13/12/2024 (Position of responsibility reviewed in 2025 subject to staffing needs.)Secondary (Years 7–15) / wharekura, Certificated teacherEnglish, Health and physical education, Learning languages, Mathematics and statistics, Science,...

  • Health Care Assistant

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora – Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Health Care Assistant - ThamesJob Number:THA00732**Where you'll be working:Inpatient Unit Thames HospitalThe details:Permanent, part-time and casual positions available Rostered and rotating shiftsSalary details:Nursing and Midwifery Collective AgreementThe patient group are largely elderly (although not all), who have been admitted with a medical problem...

  • Registered Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Hamilton, Waikato, New Zealand Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Waikato Full time

    Where you'll be working:Thames / Hauraki areaThe details:Fixed-term, Full-time - Rostered- Be part of the national transformation in Health- Supportive and comprehensive orientation, and access to clinical supervision- Strong supportive and collegial work environment- Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a differenceTe whiwhinga mahi | The...