Health Care Assistant - Hyperacute Stroke & Neurology

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Hyperacute Stroke & Neurology
• Permanent, Part-time or Full-time hour’s available per fortnight – open to negotiation
• Job Security & Growth – Enjoy long-term career stability in an essential and ever-growing industry.

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

As a Health Care Assistant in our Hyperacute Stroke and Neurology Unit, you will be part of a dedicated team providing essential care and support to patients recovering from acute neurological events, such as stroke. Your day will be varied and hands-on — assisting patients with daily activities, ensuring comfort and dignity, supporting clinical staff, and helping create a calm and safe environment for recovery.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about making a real difference in patients’ lives. You’ll be supported with on-the-job learning and surrounded by a team that values compassion, communication, and collaboration.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our Hyperacute Stroke and Neurology Unit team is committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care through a multidisciplinary approach. We are a close-knit and supportive unit, working together in a specialised and rewarding clinical environment.

As a Health Care Assistant, you will bring:

• A genuine passion for supporting patients and whānau in a clinical setting
• Previous experience in a healthcare or aged care environment (preferred)
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Reliability, flexibility, and a collaborative mindset
• A commitment to upholding patient dignity, safety, and wellbeing

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

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.