Health Care Assistant - Hospital / Community
Ward 15 - Medical and Elder Services, Whangarei HospitalPermanent, full-time position working 40 hours per week (32-40hrs negotiable)Rostered Shifts Monday to Sunday (including night shifts)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 RoleThe primary purpose of this role is to work under the direction and delegation of a registered nurse (RN) or Midwife to provide assistance to patients to meet their activities of daily living, comfort and safety needs.
The HCA will perform delegated patient care duties to enhance the satisfaction of the patient and housekeeping duties to provide a clean tidy and organised environment.As an effective member of the multi-disciplinary team, the HCA is not responsible for decision making in terms of patient care, planning, assessment, monitoring or evaluation of care.The HCA provides efficiency and quality of care by focusing on patient comfort.Click here to view the position description.About the Team/Service/LocationAchieving the best health outcomes for Northland communities starts with expecting the best from ourselves.
We ensure every member of our team has the opportunity to develop, grow and stay inspired. Here, you can make an impact on your community and on your own professional development all whilst enjoying a flexible and healthy work-life balance.For more information on living and working in Northland, click hereAbout youAt least 2 years secondary schoolingProficiency in reading, speaking and writing EnglishBasic computer skillsAbility to meet the physical demands of the roleGood communication and interpersonal skillsWhilst not essential, prior experience in healthcare, a certificate in Health and Wellbeing, and a full drivers licence is advantageousWorking 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 1st February 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.