- Position Elderly Mental Health Nurse
- Division Alpha Recruitment
- Job Type Permanent
- Location Taranaki
- Ref# CE554872
- Posted 6 October 2026
Ready for a change of pace and a new adventure? We’re looking for a Registered Mental Health Clinician to join a specialist Older Persons Mental Health team in Taranaki.
In this role, you’ll provide assessment, treatment and care coordination for older adults experiencing mental health, addiction and cognitive health needs. You’ll work across community, home and hospital settings as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.
This is a full-time, permanent position with a fast-growing organisation, offering the opportunity to build your career while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living and working in Taranaki.
What you’ll need
- Current Nursing Council of New Zealand registration and APC
- Experience in mental health nursing
- Experience working with older people or complex mental health presentations is preferred
- Strong assessment, communication and care coordination skills
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- An understanding of Māori models of health and culturally responsive practice
- Full New Zealand driver licence
What’s on offer
- Competitive salary
- Professional development opportunities
- Supportive and collaborative team environment
- Te Reo Māori and cultural learning during work hours
- Additional wellbeing leave
- An extra paid organisational day
If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now with your CV and cover letter to find out more about this opportunity.
