District Nurse

New Zealand Government • hamilton, waikato • Posted July 09, 2026

About the Role

Role Overview

We currently have a vacancy for a registered nurse to join our District Nursing Service. The position covers both rural and urban bases within the Hamilton and Rural Family Health team, predominantly in the Hamilton area. It is a 7‑day a week service with hours between 8am–5pm, and the successful applicant will be required to work rostered duties, including weekends and some on‑call.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide comprehensive, patient‑focused, professional and holistic nursing services in community settings.
  • Perform advanced assessment, management, support and education for wound management, compression therapy, IV management, palliative/end‑of‑life care, continence assessment, catheter management and ostomy management.
  • Assess for acute personal care and home help, support home oxygen/respiratory patients, and liaison/referrals with other health professionals.
  • Work autonomously and adapt to dynamic, rural and ...