06 869 0552
hospice@hospicetairawhiti.org.nz
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Hono mai ki waenganui i a tatou Te Kahu Pairuri o Te Tairāwhiti!  Join Our Compassionate Team at Hospice Tairāwhiti!

Are you a registered nurse looking for a role where you can truly make a difference? At Hospice Tairawhiti, we pride ourselves on providing specialised, holistic palliative care in our close-knit and caring community. Located in the stunning Gisborne City, our service area extends from Potaka in the north to Morere in the south.

Why Join Us? | Te Take?

  • Beautiful Location: Enjoy the beauty and tranquillity of Gisborne City and its surroundings.
  • Professional Growth: Gain experience in palliative care with full training provided, and opportunities for further study.

 About the Role | Te tūnga

We have an exciting opportunity for a registered nurse to join our multi-disciplinary team. This community-based role focuses on clinical assessment and care coordination, ensuring high-quality care and support for patients and their families, in line with Hospice philosophy.

This role also has a focus on our rural patients, working in partnership with Māori healthcare providers and rural healthcare staff to promote and support the delivery of effective best practice palliative care for those in rural areas.

Key Responsibilities | Ngā takohanga

  • Provide clinical assessment and care coordination.
  • Work closely with Māori healthcare providers and rural healthcare staff to support best practice palliative care in rural areas.
  • Share weekend and after-hours call responsibilities with the community team (currently 1 in 5).

 What We’re Looking For | Te Manako

  • Highly developed clinical assessment skills.
  • Ability to work both autonomously and as part of a team.
  • Excellent interpersonal communication skills.
  • Competent in tikanga and working within Te Ao Māori
  • A full driver’s license.
  • NZ residency or a valid NZ work visa.
  • Willingness to undertake further study.

Benefits | Ngā Painga

  • Comprehensive training in palliative care.
  • A supportive and collaborative team environment.

If you are passionate about providing patient and whānau-focused care, eager to develop your skills in palliative care, and want to be part of a dedicated team, we would love to hear from you!

Details of how to apply are outlined on the application form. Hospice Tairāwhiti is a smokefree workplace.

For confidential inquiries about this opportunity please contact  Barbara Grout or Elke Saeys, 06 869 0552

Job Description – Community Hospice Nurse
Application Form

Hospice Tairawhiti
Address: 421 Ormond Road, Gisborne
Phone: 06 869 0552
Email: hospice@hospicetairawhiti.org.nz
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday,
8.30am to 4.30pm

Hospice Shop
Address: 89 Gladstone Road, Gisborne
Phone: 06 863 1071
Email: hospice@hospicetairawhiti.org.nz
Opening Hours: Monday to Friday, 10am to 4pm,
Saturday, 10am to 2pm
Closed Sunday and Public Holidays

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