Associate Charge Nurse Manager - Mental Health Adult Inpatient Ward 34

Associate Charge Nurse Manager - Mental Health Adult Inpatient Ward 34
Job Number: WAI2+700

Henry Rongomau Bennett Centre – Ward 34
Permanent - 80 hours per fortnight - Monday to Friday

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.


About the Role

Associate Charge Nurse Manager ( ACNM) roles are essential in creating partnerships with Māori across all levels including tāngata whaiora, whānau, Māori staff and the Kaitakawaenga team, and supporting our non- Māori staff to work together in reducing inequity.

The ACNM is a key senior role within the team responsible for providing leadership and support to staff, tāngata whaiora and whānau, working in close collaboration with the Charge Nurse Manager (CNM).

Responsibilities of the role:

Support the CNM to build and maintain a high performing team that upholds the culture, values, mission and vision of the service.
Engage and work collaboratively with all stakeholders, particularly tāngata whaiora and whānau.
Support the CNM to manage ward quality and risk programmes.
Support the pursuit of Māori health gains as well as achieving equitable health outcomes for Māori.

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About the Team

Ward 34 is a 20 bedded unit within the Henry Rongomau Bennett centre that provides 24 hour care to tāngata whaiora experiencing acute mental illness. It’s the perfect time to join our team. We have a brand new facility being built which will be ready for occupancy in 2026; you will get to work in a state of the art purpose built facility, where we aim to be delivering a service which is culturally led and clinically underpinned.

Be part of leading this change, alongside a great team of managers, clinical leaders and Māori including our tāngata whaiora and whānau.


About Hamilton

Hamilton, where Waikato Hospital is situated, is a vibrant city nestled alongside the scenic Waikato River, offering a perfect mix of nature and culture. Explore the stunning Hamilton Gardens, home to themed gardens from Italy to Asia, or visit the Waikato Museum to delve into the region's rich history. The city also boasts the Hamilton Zoo, where you can walk through an aviary filled with native birds. Hamilton is a lively hub, with a variety of cafes, restaurants, and bars, along with events like rugby, cricket, and the famous National Agricultural Fieldays and Balloons over Waikato festival. With its vibrant atmosphere and proximity to outdoor adventures, Hamilton is an ideal place to live and work.

For more information on living and working in Waikato click here


About you

Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
Experience in upholding Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.
A Registered Nurse with 2 years or more of demonstrated clinical experience in an acute mental health setting.
Experience in a leadership role is an advantage.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.


How to Apply

To apply please click “Apply online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:5+ pm on 16 June 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shastika Goundar at Shastika.Goundar@waikatodhb.health.nz