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Enrolled Nurse – School Based Health Team (SBHT)
  
  
Turuki Health Care is a kaupapa Māori organisation delivering integrated health, wellbeing and social services across the Tāmaki Makaurau region. We provide quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare and support to whānau.
  
Te whiwhinga mahi - The Opportunity
  
We are looking for an experienced and passionate Enrolled Nurse to join our School Based Health Team in Māngere on a fixed-term 12-month maternity cover. This is a full-time position working Monday – Friday, 8:30am – 5:00pm, providing care and support to tamariki and their whānau in schools across South Auckland.
  
In this community-based role, you will work under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse to deliver quality nursing care. You’ll carry out health assessments, support health education, contribute to care planning and provide treatment such as skin infection and wound care. You’ll also be part of our broader effort to prevent rheumatic fever and promote early intervention through strong community engagement.
  
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with Tamariki, values whānau-centred care and wants to make a positive impact within a Kaupapa Māori organisation
  
  
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako – Skills and Experience
  

• A Level 5 Enrolled Nurse Diploma and a current Annual Practising Certificate
• Experience working in community or school settings, particularly with tamariki
• Ability to contribute to health assessments, care planning and documentation
• Confidence working within scope and seeking support from the RN when required
• Excellent communication skills and a professional, culturally responsive approach
• Ability to build relationships with tamariki, whānau and school staff
• An Independent Vaccinator’s Certificate is preferred but not essential
• Full NZ Drivers Licence
• Ability to speak Te Reo Māori an advantage

We offer:

• Free GP consultations when you sign up with Turuki Health Care as your medical clinic
• Access to various internal workshops and ongoing professional development opportunities
• The opportunity to attend staff wānanga
• Reimbursement of your APC costs

If you’re an Enrolled Nurse looking for a rewarding opportunity to support tamariki and whānau in a school-based setting, we would love to hear from you! For more information about the role or about the recruitment process, please contact our Recruitment Team at recruitment@thc.org.nz
  
Applications close 23rd August 2025

 To be eligible, applicants must submit a copy of their CV and complete a Turuki Application Form as part of the recruitment process. Please note that only New Zealand Citizens, Residents or those with a valid New Zealand work visa will be considered

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