Mo te tunga | About the roleThe Force Health Organisation team delivers health services to NZDF military personnel in New Zealand to maintain, improve and restore health in order to enhance Force effectiveness.The Health Centre in Woodbourne is seeking a fully registered Practice Nurse to work within a multidisciplinary environment and provide comprehensive primary healthcare service to NZDF Military personnel.
You will work within a small and highly effective health team.
Your duties will include:Assessment and triage of patients.Wound care.Health promotion.Health education and support for NZDF Medics in primary health care provision.The role is Monday to Friday, with a weekly commitment of 40 hours.Nga pukenga me nga wheako | Skills and Experience .
As an NZ Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate, you'll have a minimum of 2 years' experience in primary health care and triage decision making.
Qualifications in women's health, cervical smear taking, sexual health, vaccination, diabetes and/or smoking cessation management will be an advantage.Your excellent communication and interpersonal skills will shine through, as will your personal time management skills and ability to work collaboratively with the immediate and wider health teams.
Please note:If selected for interview you will be required to provide certified copies of your medical qualifications including your practicing/registration certificates.Nou te rourou | What's in it for youYour skills and dedication deserve recognition, and NZDF delivers with competitive pay matched to your experience.
But that's just the beginning – safeguard your loved ones with a fully funded life cover of up to $300,000 and critical illness protection.
Other benefits include discounted additional insurances, free will services and savings schemes for the Defence community.
Get expert financial guidance and mortgage broker services.
Find all our benefits and more on the .NZDF champions diversity and inclusivity, valuing every member and fuelling their success.
We embrace uniqueness, understanding that diverse teams drive creativity, innovation, and excellence.
With an open door to all – irrespective of gender, ethnicity, ability, age, or family dynamics – NZDF offers a flexible, empowering work environment.
Join us in shaping a brighter future, where everyone thrives.Me pehea te tuku tono |