Registered Nurse

Job Description

Make a Meaningful Difference in the Lives of Children and Families

“Take care of our children, take care of what they hear, take care of what they see, take care of how they feel. For how the children grow, so will be the shape of Aotearoa.” – Dame Whina Cooper

If you’re a compassionate nurse who believes in supporting families and strengthening communities, this opportunity could be the perfect next step in your career. Whānau Āwhina Plunket is seeking a Registered Nurse in Auckland to provide holistic, culturally responsive care to pēpi (babies), tamariki (children), and their whānau.

In this community-based nursing role, you’ll help families navigate early childhood development while ensuring children have the healthiest start in life.

About Whānau Āwhina Plunket

For over a century, Whānau Āwhina Plunket has been a trusted leader in child health services and family wellbeing in New Zealand. As the country’s largest provider of Well Child Tamariki Ora services, Plunket supports thousands of families each year through health checks, parenting guidance, and community-based care.

Our mission is simple yet powerful:
to help every child thrive and give families the support they need during the critical early years.

We work closely with communities to deliver:

• Early childhood health assessments
• Parenting education and guidance
• Community outreach and advocacy
• Family wellbeing support programs

The Opportunity: Community Registered Nurse

Location: Central Auckland, New Zealand
Job Type: Contract | Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
Work Style: On-site and community-based

As a Registered Nurse, you will work directly with families through home visits and clinic appointments, building trusted relationships and delivering culturally appropriate healthcare.

Your role will combine clinical expertise with compassionate support, ensuring children grow up in safe, nurturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct well-child health assessments and developmental checks
• Provide holistic support to parents and caregivers
• Identify and respond to health or social challenges affecting families
• Deliver community-based nursing services through home visits and clinics
• Build trusted relationships with whānau while supporting parenting confidence
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals and community services

Working in the community means you’ll often meet families experiencing challenges—from financial stress to mental health concerns—and your support will make a genuine difference.

Skills and Qualifications

To succeed in this role, you will bring both clinical expertise and emotional intelligence to your work with families.

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse qualification
• Annual Practising Certificate (APC) or eligibility to obtain one
• Legal right to work in New Zealand
• Full or restricted clean NZ driver’s licence
• Strong clinical judgement and problem-solving ability

Preferred Qualities

• Experience in community nursing or primary healthcare
• Excellent listening and communication skills
• Ability to work independently while managing complex situations
• Compassionate, culturally aware approach to patient care

A New Zealand Police Vetting check will be required to ensure the safety of children and families.

Professional Development and Growth

At Whānau Āwhina Plunket, learning and development are central to our culture. We invest in our nurses so they can grow confidently within community healthcare.

You will receive:

• Comprehensive orientation and preceptor support
• Access to an extensive learning management system
• A Professional Development Fund
• Fully funded study towards a Postgraduate Certificate in Primary Health Care (Well Child Tamariki Ora) through Whitireia

Salary and Benefits

Salary Range:
$66,222 – $94,842 annually
($33.51 – $48 per hour depending on experience)

Additional Benefits

• Two Well Health Days to prioritise personal wellbeing
• Retail discounts at brands such as NXP, Resene, and JB Hi-Fi
• Access to Fitness Passport discounted gym memberships
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) including counselling and career support
• Generous parental leave scheme
• Career pathways into leadership, education, and management roles

We are committed to building culturally safe workplaces and offer support networks for Māori, Pasifika, Asian, and other communities within our workforce.

Join a Team That Supports Families for Generations

At Whānau Āwhina Plunket, every nurse contributes to a mission bigger than themselves—supporting the health, wellbeing, and future of New Zealand’s children.

By joining our team, you’ll help shape healthier communities, empower families, and ensure every child has the opportunity to thrive.

Application Deadline: 19 March 2026

Applications are reviewed as they are received, and the role may close early once a suitable candidate is found.

Apply or enquire:
HR@plunket.org.nz