Nurse Practitioner - Hauora Heretaunga
Intro
As you may have recently heard or read in the local news our Primary care Practice, Hauora Heretaunga, is going through a challenging phase with our GP shortage and the impact this will have on the number of whānau we can care for in our practice.
Despite our challenges, our core focus is still the same, Mauri Ora ki te Mana Māori - Strong Whānau, Vibrant Communities. We are continuing to deliver Primary Healthcare to our whānau in our community who rely on us for their professional and accessible healthcare. We are focused on increasing our GP FTE and rebuilding our practice. As part of our Primary Care integrated service we also need more Nurse Practitioners to join the team and ensure continued care for our whānau.
At Hauora Heretaunga, our focus is on delivering exceptional, evidence-based primary care services to our diverse patient population.
Our model of care is similar to the Health Care Homes framework.
We prioritise improving equity and health outcomes of our local community, with the majority of our clients being Māori and Pasifika.
About Us:
TToH is a whānau-focused health and social services organisation driven by our kaupapa Māori values. For 40 years, we have been dedicated to enhancing health equity and improving Māori health across the Hawkes Bay region. As one of NZ's largest kaupapa Māori organisations, our holistic approach integrates health, social, education, and community development services, all designed to empower whānau to better health and social outcomes.
Role Overview:
As a Nurse Practitioner you will be empowered to make decisions and recommendations to facilitate high-quality care and coordination for whānau with complex and acute health needs. Your work will involve collaborating across practitioners and health and social services to ensure seamless transitions of care, ultimately improving health outcomes.
Key Responsibilities:
- Patient assessments and treatment
- Provide clinical leadership and individual solutions
- Coordinate patient care with our GPs, other services and health providers as needed
- Ensure continuum of care
- Keep current with best practice to enhance professional practice
Essential Skills:
- Registered Nurse Practitioner with current annual practicing certificate.
- Primary Care Nursing experience is ideal with experience in Cardiac, Cancer, Diabetes, Asthma and Women’s Health
- In-depth understanding of health equity in Aotearoa and commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
- Exceptional communication, organisational and critical appraisal skills.
- Ability to independently manage complex whānau and demonstrate innovation in care delivery.
- Strong ability to build trust with whānau, promoting health initiatives and supporting change.
The Role
Ideally 32 hours per week [0.8 FTE]. Our clinic is open 8.30am to 5.00pm Monday to Friday.
No weekends or shift rosters.
Why Join Us?
Be part of a dedicated team that values Māori and Pacific health gains.
Your contributions will directly impact the lives of individuals and whānau, fostering equitable health outcomes and empowering communities.
Alongside your meaningful mahi, you will also receive a package of benefits, including 5 weeks annual leave, Health insurance, Life insurance, Birthday leave and Wellness Initiatives.
You will be joining one of NZ's largest kaupapa Māori organisation.
And a Medical Practice that is values driven and where health care with aroha and manaakitaunga is an important part of how we practice.
If you are ready to make a difference, apply now to be part of practice with whānau-centred care.
Please apply and include:
· CV
· Cover letter
· Your NZ APC
· Completed Application form (online)
Applications close: Monday 21 September 2026.
Applications will be reviewed as they come in, so don’t delay.
