- Position Parish Community Nurse
- Division Healthwise
- Job Type Permanent
- Location Auckland
- Ref# AC12112026
- Posted 12 November 2026
Are you a passionate Registered Nurse who enjoys working with communities and making a real difference in people's lives? We are seeking an experienced and culturally responsive Parish Community Nurse to support Pacific communities across Auckland.
This is a rewarding opportunity to work alongside Auckland churches, Pacific community groups, Healthy Village Action Zones (HVAZ) and other health and social service providers to improve health outcomes and promote wellbeing among Pacific individuals and families.
About the Role:
You will deliver a Pacific nurse-led community health service, working directly with churches and community groups to identify health needs, provide preventative health checks, promote healthy lifestyles and connect people with appropriate healthcare and social support services. Please note, this role does not involve home visits.
Your responsibilities will include:
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Building trusted relationships with church leaders, congregations and Pacific community organisations.
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Delivering community health checks, including blood pressure, blood glucose, smoking status and weight assessments.
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Providing health education around diabetes, cardiovascular health, gout and healthy lifestyle choices.
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Supporting referrals and follow-up with GPs, screening providers and other health services.
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Identifying wider social needs and connecting individuals and families with appropriate support services.
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Maintaining accurate clinical records, service activity data and reporting.
What We're Looking For:
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Current New Zealand Nursing Registration and a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
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Ideally five years of nursing experience, including two years in a community setting.
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Experience in health education, community engagement and clinical assessments.
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An understanding of Pacific cultures, values, beliefs and health-seeking behaviours.
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The ability to build meaningful relationships with churches, families and community organisations.
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Proficiency in at least one Pacific language is strongly preferred.
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Must have the legal right to work in New Zealand
Why Apply?
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Make a meaningful difference in the health and wellbeing of Pacific communities.
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Build strong connections with Auckland churches and community organisations.
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Be involved in community-led health initiatives and preventative healthcare.
If you are a motivated Registered Nurse passionate about community health and improving Pacific health outcomes, we would love to hear from you!