Registered Mental Health Nurse - Older Persons

Are you an experienced Mental Health Nurse looking for a role where you can make a real difference in the lives of older people? This is an opportunity to join a values-led, community-focused health organisation supporting older people and their whānau across Taranaki.

Working across community, home and hospital settings, you’ll provide specialist assessment, clinical care and care coordination for older people experiencing complex mental health, addiction and cognitive health needs.

What you'll be doing

Providing comprehensive mental health assessments, clinical interventions and recovery-focused care.

Developing and coordinating individualised care plans, including medication management and crisis response.

Working alongside older people, whānau, primary care providers and multidisciplinary teams to achieve positive outcomes.

Delivering holistic, culturally responsive care that recognises the importance of identity, connection and whānau wellbeing.

Supporting people to maintain their independence, dignity and quality of life.

What you'll bring

Registered Nurse qualification with current New Zealand registration and Annual Practising Certificate.

Solid nursing experience, including demonstrated experience in mental health services.

Strong assessment, clinical intervention and recovery-focused practice skills.

Experience working with older people and/or complex mental health presentations is desirable.

Knowledge of relevant mental health legislation, clinical tools and professional practice standards.

Excellent communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.

A collaborative approach to working with whānau, community providers and multidisciplinary teams.

An appreciation of Māori health perspectives and a commitment to culturally responsive practice.

A full, clean New Zealand driver's licence.

Why consider this opportunity?

You'll be joining a well-established kaupapa Māori health and wellbeing organisation with a strong commitment to supporting whānau to achieve their goals and aspirations.

You'll also enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Four wellbeing leave days each year, plus an additional paid day to enjoy.
• Te Reo Māori and cultural learning opportunities during work hours.
• Professional development and ongoing learning.
• A supportive, people-focused and vibrant team environment.
• The opportunity to live and work in beautiful Taranaki.
• A competitive remuneration package.
• You'll be welcomed into a team that values your contribution, supports your professional growth and celebrates people at every stage of their Te Ao Māori journey.
• Ready to make a difference?
• If you're passionate about older people's mental health and want to deliver care that makes a meaningful difference to individuals and their whānau, we'd love to hear from you.
• Apply now or contact Annie O'Donnell on 021626632 for a confidential discussion.