Healthcare Assistant

3 days ago


New Plymouth, Taranaki, New Zealand Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Full time

Healthcare Assistant Intensive Care Unit Permanent Part time 0.6 FTE two positions

An exciting role within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU) delivering quality patient care and resources to support the patient journey from admission, hospital stay and transfer to the ward. Our ICU Healthcare Assistants (HCA) provide key support to the ICU team while working in a dynamic and highly professional environment.

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

The two Healthcare Assistant positions available are in the ICU. You will be joining a hardworking and supportive team, who are highly effective and efficient in delivering optimal patient care throughout the patients ICU stay.

We are welcoming applications from competent and professional practitioners who would like to enhance their knowledge and skills in an acute setting. You will be providing care to patients admitted to ICU for a variety of serious illnesses, so critical thinking and flexibility are essential while you are delivering the highest level of care.

Comprehensive orientation will be given

For the position description please click here

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of ICU HCAs work under the direction and delegation of RNs in the unit. We are currently building the HCA knowledge and skill set for working in ICU to enhance the role and maximise the potential of our HCAs for improving safety, efficiency and quality of service.

For more information on living and working in Taranaki click here

About you

HCA qualification; level 3 minimum

  • Experience working within a hospital setting is preferred
  • Previous ICU experience is desirable.
  • Energetic, available to work AM and PM rostered duties, keen to learn and grow

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 7 November 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact

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



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