Mental Health Nurse Auckland, New Zealand

Salary: NZD $81,683 $106,739 per annum
Relocation stipend available: amount evaluated on case-by-case basis
Full immigration support provided

Purpose of the Position

We are seeking a dedicated and culturally responsive Registered Mental Health Nurse to join a multidisciplinary mental health and addictions team based in Auckland, New Zealand. In this role, you will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care for tangata whaiora and their whānau, working collaboratively with health professionals and external agencies. Care provided is grounded in the Mental Health and Addictions scope of practice and aligned with Nursing Council of New Zealand competencies.

Key Responsibilities

• Build and maintain therapeutic relationships with tangata whaiora and whānau.
• Conduct comprehensive mental health assessments, including risk and mental state evaluations.
• Collaborate with the multidisciplinary team to create, implement, and evaluate individual care plans.
• Deliver evidence-based clinical interventions such as CBT, DBT, motivational interviewing, and sensory modulation (as trained).

• Document care planning and progress accurately and professionally.

• Act as a key point of contact and care coordinator for tangata whaiora and their support networks.
• Promote mental health awareness, wellness, and recovery both individually and within the community.
• Support preceptorship, student placements, and contribute to peer supervision.
• Uphold principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, cultural safety, and health equity in all aspects of care.

Requirements

• Registered Nurse with current New Zealand Annual Practicing Certificate (APC) under the Mental Health scope.

• Postgraduate Certificate in Health Sciences (Mental Health & Addictions), or working towards this.

• At least 1 year of post-registration experience in a mental health setting.

• Commitment to reflective practice, cultural competence, and continuous professional development.

• Strong clinical documentation, care coordination, and communication skills.

• A collaborative and accountable approach to practice.

Cultural & Equity Commitments

This role requires a commitment to equity and the delivery of culturally safe, respectful care. You will actively support Māori-led initiatives, promote equitable outcomes for Pacific and other ethnic communities, and integrate hauora Māori models of care in your everyday practice.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary: NZD $81,683 $106,739

• Relocation stipend available (case by case)

• Comprehensive immigration support for successful international applicants

• Ongoing professional development and career advancement support

• Supportive and collaborative team environment in vibrant Auckland

If you are passionate about mental health nursing and want to be part of a dynamic and culturally diverse healthcare setting, we welcome your application.