Practice Nurse

**Mo te tunga | About the role**

The Force Health Organisation team delivers health services to NZDF military personnel in New Zealand to maintain, improve and restore health in order to enhance Force effectiveness.

The Defence Health Centre in Linton is seeking a fully registered Practice Nurse to work within a multidisciplinary environment and provide comprehensive primary healthcare service to NZDF Military personnel.

You will work within a small and highly effective nursing team in this Monday to Friday position. No shift work required

Your duties will include:

- Assessment and triage of patients.
- Wound care.
- Health promotion.
- Health education and support for NZDF Medics in primary health care provision.

**Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and Experience**

As an NZ Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate, you will need a minimum of 2 years' experience in primary health care and triage decision making. Qualifications in women's health, cervical smear taking, sexual health, vaccination, diabetes and/or smoking cessation management will be advantageous.

Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will shine through, as will your time management skills and ability to work collaboratively with the immediate and wider health teams.

**Nou te rourou | What's in it for you**

Your skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience. But that's just the beginning - safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection. Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community. Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services. Find all our benefits and more on the Force 4 Families website.

NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success. We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence. With an open door to all - irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics - NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment. Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.

**Me pehea te tuku tono | How to Apply**

Applications close on **Sunday 23 November 2025**.

Use the links on this page where you'll be directed to the Defence Careers website.

**Please Note**:

- Your cover letter will be a key part of our selection process, so please highlight how your experience relates to the key activities outlined in the Advert and Position Description.
- Applicants will be required to undergo a pre-employment drug-screening test prior to any offer of employment being made.

**Please Note**:
To be eligible for the required level of government security clearance with the NZ Defence Force, you need to meet certain citizenship and residency criteria. Here's what you need to know:
Low Level Security Clearance

- You **must** be a New Zealand citizen **or** you must hold New Zealand Permanent Residence **or** have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa.
- At minimum, you **must** hold New Zealand Permanent Residence **or** have a current New Zealand Residency Class Visa, **and** you must be a citizen of and have lived in Australia, Canada, United Kingdom, United States of America or New Zealand continuously for the last five (5) years.
- You must have a five (5) year background history that can be verified and assessed appropriately by the NZ Security Intelligence Service (NZSIS) to determine if you are suitable for a security clearance at this level.