Nurse Practitioner

1 day ago


Christchurch, Canterbury, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time NZ$80,000 - NZ$120,000 per year
  • Hillmorton Hospital, Christchurch
  • Part-time, fixed term 0.8 FTE position until 31st July 2026 (covering Maternity leave)
  • NZ Registered Nurse with current APC
  • Experience in a mental health setting is highly desirable

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

Child, Adolescent & Family Mental Health Service (North Community & Outreach Team) is a specialist mental health service that provides assessment and treatment of young people up to 18 years of age who present with serious mental health problems, and their families/whanau.

We are seeking a registered Nurse ideally with Mental Health Experience who has a clear passion for young people and their families. This position will cover our Christchurch Clinic based at Sylvan Street, Middleton. This is challenging and demanding work within a supportive team.

The clinicians on the Team have a range of skills and areas of clinical expertise who are committed and work hard for young people living in Christchurch and across Canterbury. CAF North covers Rangiora through to Kaikoura.

About You

You will be responsible for:

  • Utilising evidence-based practice to support effective decision making in the holistic: assessment, planning, treatment, and evaluation of clinical care
  • Utilising knowledge of pathophysiology and pharmacology, as well as advanced assessment skills, to determine comprehensive diagnoses and plans of care in partnership with patients, whānau, and the wider care team.
  • Developing and regularly reviewing a job plan and caseload with the Clinical Manager
  • Working collaboratively with young people, family/whanau, community and statutory organisations.
  • Ensuring all required documentation is up to date and accurate.

Skills and Experience

  • A Registered Nurse who ideally has experience in mental health and young people
  • A proven ability to work effectively within a multi-disciplinary team
  • Flexible, adaptable, and promotes a positive attitude within a changing environment
  • Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

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 by Friday 28th November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Natalie Gaunt at

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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