Health Care Assistant

4 days ago


Lower Hutt, Wellington, New Zealand New Zealand Government Full time
Health Care Assistant - Older Persons and Rehabilitation Service at Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hutt Valley, Lower Hutt

Contract: Permanent, Part Time 0.8 FTE Rostered and Rotating

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we are building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

An excellent opportunity has arisen for Experienced Health Care Assistants (HCAs) to join our nursing team. If you are interested in working with the elderly and wish to be part of a team focused on excellent patient care and achieving patient-focused outcomes, then we would be keen to hear from you.

As a Health Care Assistant in our busy Older Persons and Rehabilitation Service, you will become an important part of our multi-disciplinary team. We are looking to recruit positive and enthusiastic health care assistants who have a genuine interest in patient well-being. You will ideally have experience in working with older people, either in a rest home or hospital environment. You will be required to work rostered and rotating shifts. If you think you have what it takes to succeed in this role, then apply today.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Older Person & Rehabilitation Service (OPRS) at Hutt Hospital consists of two wards (East and West). We provide assessment, treatment, rehabilitation, and discharge planning for people of all ages (16 years and over) who have experienced stroke, fractures, amputations, reconditioning post-surgery, and falls. We also provide Older Persons Mental Health Service, complex discharge planning, palliative care, and comprehensive geriatric assessment and treatment.

About You

The HCA contributes to the successful operation of the nursing team by collaborating and working alongside the Inter-disciplinary team, Registered Nurse (RN), and/or Enrolled Nurse (EN) to meet the patient/client needs.

  • The Health Care Assistant will assist with delegated patient care, cleaning, and undertake housekeeping or clerical functions.
  • The Health Care Assistant may also be required to undertake a specific area of responsibility, as assigned by their manager.
  • Quality practice and improved patient safety is an important part of this role.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is - the weaving of wellness -. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand is committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are a pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community.

How to Apply

To apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 7th April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@TeWhatuora.govt.nz

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

Employer: Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand Hutt Valley

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