Registered Nurse, Immunisation Outreach - Whangārei - Northern Region - NPHSat Te Whatu Ora -
Contribute to transforming the future of health in this Registered Nurse
- Immunisation role Permanent, part time (0.8FTE) role based in WhangāreiPaid on Nursing Collectives according to qualifications and experience
- Registered Nurse Salary Scales Step 1-7 Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders.We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities.
Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care.
About the RoleWe have a permanent part time opportunity within our Northern team for a Registered Nurse, Immunisation, to provide Outreach Immunisation Services across Te Tai Tokerau.You will provide comprehensive immunisation Outreach Services within the Northland community.
Assist and support the Immunisation Coordinator in decreasing vaccine preventable diseases in Northland through improved immunisation coverage.Support the delivery of Immunisation Programmes and Mass Immunisation campaignsThis is a pivotal role that promotes and supports the New Zealand National Immunisation Schedule and other additional vaccination programmes introduced by the MoH.About the Team/Service/ LocationOur Public Health Nursing team is part of the National Public Health Service (NPHS) within Health New Zealand
- Te Whatu Ora, and work towards Pae Ora (healthy futures for all) by engaging with the wider determinants that impact people's health, focusing on oranga/wellbeing, prevention, protection, and population-level intervention.
About youAs a successful candidate, you will show and understand the importance of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and will be skilled in applying its principles effectively in your role.
You will build and maintain positive relationships at all levels and model an agile approach- try new approaches, learn quickly, adapt fast.
You will be able to utilise advanced nursing knowledge and skills through reflective practice, critical thinking and professional judgement to provide competent care and advice while working to top of scope.A commitment to achieving equitable outcomes for underserved whānau and communitiesCurrent registration with Nursing Council of New Zealand as a Registered NurseHolds a current Annual Practising CertificateCurrent Full Drivers LicenceExperienced VaccinatorIn-depth knowledge of current NZ immunisation scheduleEvidence of relevant professional developmentExpertise in the area of vaccine preventable diseasesAbility to provide consultancy to client and individual groupWorking 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 Thursday, 26 February 2026.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact Anesha Pillay via Anesha.pillay@tewhatuora.govt.nzWhilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.