Join a Team That Leads with Care – Nurse with Purpose at Arohanui Hospice
Arohanui Hospice in Palmerston North has been providing specialist palliative care since 1991. Our name, Arohanui, means “with much love” – and that’s how we care for every patient, every whānau, every day. We walk alongside people living with life-limiting illness, offering holistic care grounded in Te Whare Tapa Whā, and support families through every step of the journey.
Why Work With Us?
We’re not a hospital. We’re a place of calm, care and connection. Our small, expert team in the Inpatient Unit works closely together, valuing compassion, clinical excellence and people-first thinking. This is your chance to make a genuine difference — in a deeply rewarding role, with a team that looks after each other.
The Role – Registered Nurse (0.8 FTE, Fixed Term)
We have a permanent nursing role available in our Inpatient Unit. You’ll work rostered shifts across seven days, including some nights and weekends, as part of a high-trust, high-performing interdisciplinary team.
You’ll bring more than clinical skill — you’ll bring heart, integrity, and the drive to walk alongside patients and whānau at the most important time in their lives.
What You’ll Need
- NZ Registered Nurse with current APC
- Strong generalist nursing experience – palliative care experience a big plus
- A commitment to postgraduate education and your PDRP
- Excellent communication and clinical reasoning
- Confidence in using digital patient systems
- A full clean driver’s license
- Understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and its application to health equity
What You’ll Love
- Working in a close-knit, values-driven team
- Knowing your work has real, visible impact
- A calm, supportive environment where whole-person care matters
- Opportunities for ongoing learning in palliative care
If you’re ready to bring your nursing expertise into a role with heart — we’d love to meet you.
Applications are open now and will remain open until the position is filled.
View the Job Description
Send your CV and cover letter to vacancies@arohanuihospice.org.nz.
Nau mai, haere mai – join us.
