Registered Mental Health Nurse

Work where others holiday - enjoy the beaches and vibrant coastal lifestyle in TaurangaPermanent Part-time position0.6 FTE, working 48 hours per fortnightHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Registered Nurse with Mental Health experience to join our team of Case Manager ECT's at Community Mental Health Services for Older People (MHSOP).This position is a split position working in Tauranga Mental Health Services for Older People (Community).This role/team is dedicated to providing high-quality care to the growing population in the Bay of Plenty.

You will collaborate with referrers, healthcare partners, referred clients, their families/whānau, and the wider community to deliver efficient triage and assessments. Your goal is to facilitate and implement tailored treatment plans that promote health and independence within the community.Click here to view the Position Description.Click here to learn more about the Bay of Plenty.About youThe successful applicant will be required to have an excellent understanding of mental health conditions, the Mental Health Act, PPPR Act, understanding of capacity assessment work up, a range of therapeutic modalities, dementia/delirium nursing care.The successful application will have a minimum of 3 years post graduate mental health experience, preferably with experience in older person's mental health.What you will bring:Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing CertificateStrong communication and clinical assessment skillsResolution of the mental health crisisFacilitating transition along the care pathway for service-users and their familiesA commitment to patient safety, equity, and holistic careFacilitating transition along the care pathway for service-users and their familiesPostgraduate nursing qualification (preferred but not required)Flexibility to support service delivery across Tauranga and Whakatāne when requiredWe have a commitment to working in partnership and collaboration with consumers, family/whanau and the community.Working for Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 14 July 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact bp-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nzPlease note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.