Job Description
Based at Whakatane Hospital 12 months opportunity - 0.7 FTE Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.
Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role Are you a dynamic leader with vision, drive, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care?
Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty are seeking an experienced registered health professional, either a Registered Nurse or Allied Health, to lead and implement the implementation of a new service called START (Supported Transfer and Accelerated Rehabilitation Team).
START is an early supported discharge model of care in which older people can return to their home following an acute episode or injury to complete their rehabilitation/ enablement at home.
The care is provided by trained health care assistants or support workers.
In this senior role, you will lead a team of skilled and dedicated professionals who excel in patient care and provide a mechanism by which older people can return to their homes from hospital faster and stay at home.
You will play a pivotal role in fostering collaboration, resilience, and a culture of excellence within the team while ensuring operational safety and evidence-based practices.
The START team will aim to reduce the risk of readmission to hospital through: Improving functional resiliency / independence Ensuring seamless re-integration back to primary care Managing issues related to medication, nutrition Managing carer stress Identifying deterioration in conditions Supervising, managing care packages A key part of the role will be giving direction and delegation to health care assistants.
About you Preferred candidates will bring inspiration, empowerment, and innovation to this role.
Key attributes include: Proven experience as a Nurse Coordinator, Leader, or Manager.
Exceptional communication skills to effectively support patients, whanau, and staff.
Strong relationship-building abilities with internal and external stakeholders.
Commitment to fostering individual team member' growth and encouraging collaboration.
Passion for developing others and creating a cohesive, high-performing team.
A focus on operational safety and evidence-based care, partnering with patients and whanau to achieve their health goals.
Change management experience to refine and enhance the model of care (preferred).
Solid understanding of business ethics and leadership principles.
Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.
Due to the demands of this position, there will be a requirement for you to act quickly, efficiently and decisively.
If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute and make a difference, please apply online today!
Working for Health New Zealand Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:5+pm on 2nd February 2026.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact .
Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whanau-centred care, and excellence.
About the Role Are you a dynamic leader with vision, drive, and a passion for delivering exceptional patient care?
Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty are seeking an experienced registered health professional, either a Registered Nurse or Allied Health, to lead and implement the implementation of a new service called START (Supported Transfer and Accelerated Rehabilitation Team).
START is an early supported discharge model of care in which older people can return to their home following an acute episode or injury to complete their rehabilitation/ enablement at home.
The care is provided by trained health care assistants or support workers.
In this senior role, you will lead a team of skilled and dedicated professionals who excel in patient care and provide a mechanism by which older people can return to their homes from hospital faster and stay at home.
You will play a pivotal role in fostering collaboration, resilience, and a culture of excellence within the team while ensuring operational safety and evidence-based practices.
The START team will aim to reduce the risk of readmission to hospital through: Improving functional resiliency / independence Ensuring seamless re-integration back to primary care Managing issues related to medication, nutrition Managing carer stress Identifying deterioration in conditions Supervising, managing care packages A key part of the role will be giving direction and delegation to health care assistants.
About you Preferred candidates will bring inspiration, empowerment, and innovation to this role.
Key attributes include: Proven experience as a Nurse Coordinator, Leader, or Manager.
Exceptional communication skills to effectively support patients, whanau, and staff.
Strong relationship-building abilities with internal and external stakeholders.
Commitment to fostering individual team member' growth and encouraging collaboration.
Passion for developing others and creating a cohesive, high-performing team.
A focus on operational safety and evidence-based care, partnering with patients and whanau to achieve their health goals.
Change management experience to refine and enhance the model of care (preferred).
Solid understanding of business ethics and leadership principles.
Competency with te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.
Due to the demands of this position, there will be a requirement for you to act quickly, efficiently and decisively.
If you're looking for an opportunity to contribute and make a difference, please apply online today!
Working for Health New Zealand Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'.
We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.
The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work.
It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do.
Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations.
Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us.
Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment.
If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
How to Apply To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click "apply now." All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:5+pm on 2nd February 2026.
If you have any questions about the role, please contact .
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Health Professional - Start Coordinator position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Rotorua offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.