Peke Waihanga leads the way in providing world‑class prosthetic, orthotic and rehabilitation services across Aotearoa. Our vision is independent and productive lives for the people we care for, and we are committed to delivering person‑centred, coordinated care that supports long‑term wellbeing.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse with experience across hospital and community settings, and a strong interest in prosthetics, orthotics and rehabilitation. This role is an integral part of our national rehabilitation team, supporting people to achieve the best possible functional outcomes, independence and quality of life.
Job Description
About the role
This role plays a key coordination and clinical support function, ensuring patients entering Peke Waihanga services are assessed, supported and connected to the right services at the right time. Working closely with an interdisciplinary team, you will provide holistic nursing care, health promotion and care coordination across the patient journey.
Key responsibilities include:
Patient coordination and care
Coordinate and facilitate new patients entering the service
Provide holistic nursing assessment, treatment and ongoing care
Review referrals and liaise with patients, whānau and health professionals to ensure patient‑centred scheduling
Triage incoming patient calls and ensure timely, appropriate intervention
Clinical support and health management
Support patient management of diabetes, dialysis, pain and cardiovascular conditions
Provide wound care during prosthetic, orthotic and physiotherapy appointments
Deliver health education and health promotion with a focus on secondary prevention
Support patients to identify realistic, individual goals that consider health and lifestyle needs
Interdisciplinary collaboration
Actively participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and patient clinics
Contribute to prosthetic and orthotic prescriptions and associated documentation, including high‑technology applications
Ensure accurate and timely clinical documentation
Build and maintain strong relationships with Te Whatu Ora services and other health providers
Service development and outreach
Make timely referrals to support a coordinated, ‘wraparound’ service for patients
Support access to services closer to home by attending and promoting regional clinics
Contribute to the orthotics care space, including foot reviews, wound care advice and strengthening links across tertiary and primary care
Help build the profile of Peke Waihanga within the wider health community
Desired Skills and Experience
About you
You are a registered nurse who enjoys working in a collaborative, interdisciplinary environment and is motivated by making a meaningful difference in people’s lives.
You will bring:
Experience working across hospital and/or community health settings
Strong clinical assessment and care coordination skills
Excellent communication skills and the ability to build trusted relationships
Experience or interest in rehabilitation, vascular, diabetes or orthopaedic care
A strong interest in prosthetics and orthotics
Wound care experience beneficial
What we offer
At Peke Waihanga, we care for our people as well as the people we serve. You’ll be supported in a flexible, inclusive and values‑driven environment, with access to a strong national clinical network.
Our benefits include:
Flexible working arrangements
23 days annual leave per year, plus options for discretionary leave
Free health checks and flu vaccinations
Health insurance discounts
Up to 4% employer KiwiSaver contribution
Professional development and learning opportunities
A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and mental health
This is a fantastic opportunity to join an innovative, forward‑thinking organisation and make a real impact on the lives of the people we care for.
How to apply
Please send your CV and cover letter via the Apply button
For further information or a copy of the job description, email: careers@nzals.co.nz
Applications close: 7 April (unless filled earlier).
