Onehunga Medical Practice jobs

About Us

we are a large well equipped modern practice in Takapuna. Catering to around 10000 patients.

Our opening hours are 730am to 1700pm

Our closest off ramp is Esmond Road.

Our population is largely NZ European with a large Chinese and southeast Asian population.

The practice has a team of approximately 30 staff.

Made-up of 10 doctors,10 nurses, and 8 receptionists, a health coach and Health Improvement Practitioner and administration staff working various number of days.

As a practice and as part of the larger network of The Doctors and TEND we believe in:

Kaitiakitanga: Cares for improving the community's wellbeing.

• Choosing to put care at the heart of everything we do, offering support, compassion, expertise, and enthusiasm to others to work towards a healthier NZ Supporting physical, cultural, spiritual, and emotional community needs.

Kotahitanga: Working Together Including everyone as part of a team.

• Work collaboratively because when we inspire and motivate those around us first, we can better help our wider communities thrive. Seeks opportunities for collaboration and integration.

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Manaakitanga: Look After Each other and valuing everyone - Making everyone feel welcome and valued.

• Creates an environment built on respect and values our professional and personal diversity
• being friendly, polite, develops relationships and trust

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The nursing team working to the top of their scope being part of the whole interdisciplinary team.

Each day we have a minimum of 6 nurses on duty covering Phones, vaccinations, Covid /flu vaccine clinic, dressings patient education infusions

Nurse led long term condition clinics in Diabetes, Asthma, COPD and nurse Cervical smear taking clinics.

As nurses we provide a daily telephone triage for our acutely unwell patients. On going wound management, schedule childhood vaccinations. IV therapy for iron infusions, zoledronic acid, dehydration, and iv antibiotics for cellulitis. We also complete Occupational Health Medicals for several different companies.

There is plenty of opportunities to learn and extend your knowledge.

Three of the nurses have completed the preceptor training course, so there is always a preceptor on duty.

Over the past 12 years as a practice, we have taken in both student nurses and SFYP nurses some of them taking on permanent roles in the team.

Our practice is also a registrar training Practice for General practitioner with many of our recent registrars returning to permanent positions on staff.

About the Graduate Nursing Role

We are excited to welcome a dedicated and compassionate Graduate Registered Nurse to our team.

This role is designed for recent nursing graduates looking to start their career with hands-on training, continuous support, and meaningful development opportunities in a dynamic primary healthcare environment.

We offer a structured orientation program and ongoing opportunities to extend your clinical knowledge in a supportive, collaborative setting—helping you discover the deeply rewarding career of working alongside patients and whānau in the community.

Start Date: January February 2027

Key Responsibilities

• Patient Care: Delivering high-quality clinical care, health promotion, and patient education across diverse community demographics.
• Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Working collaboratively as a valued member of the clinical team alongside General Practitioners, Health Coaches, and Health Improvement Practitioners (HIPs).
• Learning & Development: Engaging actively in comprehensive on-site clinical development while utilizing allocated Health New Zealand / Te Whatu Ora training days.
• Assessment & Documentation: Participating in ongoing clinical assessment, with Preceptors providing constructive written and verbal feedback in a safe, supportive learning environment.

What We Offer

• Comprehensive Orientation: A structured 6-week orientation plan designed to help you transition smoothly into general practice and community healthcare.
• Dedicated Mentorship Program: One-on-one preceptorship support for your first 6 months, giving you a strong foundation and a safe space to grow your confidence.
• Specialised Career Development: Funded training and clinical pathway support in high-demand primary care skills, including:
  • Triage & acute assessments
  • Immunisation & vaccinator training
  • Ear suctioning / micro-suction
  • Long-Term Condition (LTC) management (e.g., Asthma, Diabetes care)
• Supportive & Collaborative Team Culture: A welcoming, well-coordinated environment working closely alongside experienced nurses, doctors, and practice administration staff.

Requirements

• Qualification: Bachelor's degree in nursing from a recognised institution.
• Registration: Current or pending registration with the New Zealand Nursing Council.
• Skills: Strong communication, empathy, and teamwork skills.
• Eligibility: Must be legally entitled to work in New Zealand.

Application Proc

If you're a recent nursing graduate passionate about delivering quality healthcare and eager to learn and grow with a supportive team, we'd love to hear from you!

To Apply: Submit your resume and any supporting documents on [Career site URL].

Application Deadline: 01/12/2026