Nurse Practitioner, Child & Adolescent Mental Health and Addictions Serviceat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau136815.0 - 162802.0
Permanent, full-time role based in the beautiful Far NorthGrow your career and enjoy the unrivalled lifestyle Northland has to offer!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 RoleAs a Nurse Practitioner you will work independently and collaboratively within an interdisciplinary model to provide advanced clinical expertise and leadership in the provision of health care to turoro/patients.
This role will provide patient-focused care and coordination that will optimise the patient journey and improve health outcomes.Click here to view the position description.About the Team/Service/LocationThe community mental health and addictions teams provide assessment and diagnosis, treatment, advice and referral to those affected by mental health and alcohol and other drug problems.For more information on living and working in Northland click hereAbout youWorking with a passionate, multi-disciplinary team who place great value on putting people first, you will have the standard of clinical practice and expertise necessary to effectively provide for tāngata whaiora and whānau needs within the service here in Northland.Key requirements:New Zealand registered Nurse Practitioner with a current practicing certificateExperience in mental health nursing, preferably in a community settingStrong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to work effectively within a multidisciplinary teamCurrent full drivers licenceKnowledge and/or experience working with people who have coexisting mental health and substance use problemsWorking at Health New ZealandHealth 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 ApplyTo apply please click apply now.All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 26 March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Apetera, NL-Jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.