Mary Potter Hospice provides specialist palliative care services for people living in Wellington, Porirua and Kāpiti. We provide equitable, compassionate, patient- and whānau- centred, free-of-charge hospice care for patients, families, whānau and carers in the places they call home, and at our Inpatient Unit in Newtown.
We are committed to honouring Te Tiriti o Waitangi through our work, ensuring equitable and culturally respectful care for all. By integrating Te Ao Māori values and practices, we strive to create an inclusive environment that upholds the mana and dignity of those we serve.
Mary Potter Hospice is a Pride Pledge Gold member. We welcome and encourage diversity and inclusion in our workforce and adhere to best practice equal employment opportunity principles in all aspects of our recruitment and our ways of working.
Job Description
About the role
We are seeking compassionate and skilled Community Registered Nurses to join our Porirua-based team. As part of our multidisciplinary service, you will support patients and their whānau across Wellington, Porirua and Kāpiti.
In this meaningful role, you will provide palliative care to people living with life-limiting illness, supporting them to live as comfortably and fully as possible in their own homes. Grounded in Te Ao Māori, your practice will reflect a holistic understanding of wellbeing, recognising and responding to the physical, emotional, spiritual and whānau needs of each person with aroha, respect and dignity.
As a Community Registered Nurse, you will deliver high-quality, person-centred care in the home. Your role will include:
Providing direct care and support to patients and their caregivers throughout the palliative care journey
Assessing and managing symptoms, including pain and medication support
Supporting a range of care needs, while providing respite and emotional support to whānau
This is an opportunity to be part of a supportive team where your compassion and clinical expertise will make a real difference every day.
Desired Skills and Experience
What we’re looking for
Registered Nurse with a current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate
Ideally, at least two years’ post-registration experience, with a background in palliative or community nursing (training provided for the right candidate)
NZ residency or a valid work visa
Why join us?
Deliver high-quality, compassionate care that makes a meaningful difference every day
Be part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team
Access ongoing professional development, including palliative care training
Use pool vehicles for community visits
Enjoy work–life balance with Monday to Friday hours (no weekends)
Flexible full-time or part-time opportunities available
What we offer
A values-driven workplace grounded in mana, aroha, rangatiratanga, manaakitanga and kaitiakitanga
A strong commitment to equity, cultural responsiveness and Te Tiriti o Waitangi
Ongoing professional development and support
A meaningful role where you can make a difference every day
An award-winning wellbeing programme, including carers leave, wellbeing payments and an annual wellbeing day
Ready to Make an Impact?
Join an organisation that values compassion, quality care and community connection. If you’re passionate about making a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now and become part of the Mary Potter Hospice whānau.
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