We are seeking a dedicated professional to join our team, committed to upholding our vision and values, and making a real difference in the health and wellbeing of our community.
About Us
It’s about the people and the communities we serve.
Ngāti Toa is a vibrant and influential iwi, firmly grounded in our cultural identity, so come be a part of our;
- culturally rich, people-centred organisation that values your professional growth.
- supportive, collaborative environment with a focus on quality, safety, and community wellbeing.
- opportunities to contribute to coaching and mentorship and enhancing team capability.
- meaningful impact by supporting health equity and promoting cultural competence.
About The Role And What You’ll Do
The Care Coordinator is a key connector within the primary health team — helping patients and whānau navigate their health journeys with confidence, support, and continuity of care.
You Will
- coordinate and facilitate care across general practice, community, and secondary services, ensuring smooth transitions and consistent follow-up.
- work with patients and whānau to identify needs, remove barriers, and enable access to the right care at the right time.
- collaborate with GPs, nurses, and the wider Ora Toa Team to provide proactive, wrap-around support for those with complex or ongoing needs.
- support health literacy, self-management, and strong continuity of care through trusted, ongoing relationships.
- deliver holistic nursing care focused on patient and clinic needs, aligned with Ministry of Health and local health targets, including immunisation, cervical screening, smoking cessation, sexual health, heart and diabetes checks, and mental health referrals.
- participate in clinical audits and quality improvement programmes to ensure continuous service excellence.
- Use clinical and client management systems to plan, record, and track care coordination activities, ensuring information is shared appropriately and care remains connected.
This is a hands-on role where your compassion, organisation, and communication skills will make a real impact every day — helping ensure that no one falls through the cracks, and that care remains continuous, coordinated, and culturally grounded.
- Uphold safety standards and proactively identify and manage risks to ensure a safe environment for patients and colleagues.
- Support and mentor new graduates and students, fostering professional growth and teamwork.
- Promote the use of Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori within our services, embracing our cultural values.
- Contribute to environmental sustainability initiatives and ensure timely, accurate financial billing processes.
What you’ll need to be successful in the role
- A Registered Nurse with current Nursing Council of New Zealand practicing certificate.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience (postgraduate qualifications preferred).
- Commitment to ongoing professional development and adherence to clinical best practice guidelines.
- Proficient or willingness to develop skills in Te Reo Māori and tikanga Māori.
- Full and clean driver’s licence
- Strong communication skills, teamwork mindset, and ability to take initiative and innovate.
preferably you’ll have
- vaccination authorisation and cervical screening qualifications.
- Experience using Medtech, Noted and office technologies (Office 365)
- CPR Certificate (minimum Level 4) and current indemnity insurance.
But the thing that will really stand out is your love for the work, and the people. You’ll be ready to give your best in the service of others, in areas that really matter. We’re up to big things, so if this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you.
Please click here to view the job description. Any inquiries about the role, please call Andrew Beban, Practice Manager on 027 278 1280
Applications for this role closes at 5.00pm on Sunday 4 November 2025
