District Nurse - Lower Hutt

Location: Hutt Hospital Contract: Permanent part-time 0.95 FTE (76 hours per fortnight) Please note that this role is exclusively available to current staff of Te Whatu Ora. We kindly ask that individuals not employed by Te Whatu Ora refrain from applying. About the Company Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora operates with a strong commitment to the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. We are actively working towards building a health system that is founded on partnership, equity, sustainability, and whanau-centered care, while striving for excellence in all that we do. About the Role The District Nursing role is an integral part of our community-based healthcare delivery services. Our mission is to collaborate with various partners to support treatment, rehabilitation, and long-term condition management, empowering individuals to maximize their independence. In this position, you will focus on supporting the Community Health Services (CHS) Oncology service. Your responsibilities will include providing care to patients undergoing active treatment for cancer, delivering direct patient care, and serving as a geographically based District Nurse. You will assist, direct, and support the care of patients diagnosed with cancer as delegated by the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in Oncology. About the Team/Service/Location Our Community Health Services team offers a range of nursing services centered around quality healthcare. We work closely with patients and their whanau to achieve optimal health outcomes. The team comprises District Nurses, Associate Clinical Nurse Managers, Clinical Nurse Specialists, Healthcare Assistants, and Administrative support. We prioritize skill acquisition through a comprehensive orientation program and encourage continuous learning and professional development. About You We are eager to hear from nurses who have a passion for working in a community environment and collaborating with other members of the healthcare team. Ideal candidates will have recent experience in oncology or community nursing, along with acute assessment skills that enable them to recognize deterioration and support individuals living at home. Additional competencies include expertise in IV-related therapies, catheter management, and wound care. Working at Health New Zealand At Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora, we are committed to weaving wellness into the lives of our community. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we strive to be exemplary employers while honoring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome applications from individuals of all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disabilities. A diverse and inclusive workforce enhances our ability to understand and serve our community effectively. We are particularly focused on equity in health for Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. How to Apply If you are interested in applying for this position, please click on "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by June 8, 2025. Should you have any questions about the role, please reach out to Deb Brodie at Deb.Brodie@tewhatuora.govt.nz. We will review applications as they are received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advertisement.