Registered Nurse – Sexual Assault
About the role
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Therapeutic Services – Medical Team, specialising in sexual harm.
In this role, you will provide nursing risk assessments and coordinate care for clients who have experienced acute or historic sexual harm. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team to provide safe, respectful and coordinated care that supports clients on their healing journey.
This position is full time, 40 hours per week. You will need to be available during our usual business hours of 8.30am–5.00pm, Monday to Friday, as well as participate in a rostered on-call service.
This role is office-based in Tauranga, so you will need to be based in the area and have full and unrestricted rights to work in New Zealand. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship.
Key responsibilities
Assess the medical and psychosocial needs of clients and their families, support regular clinics, and be available for clinical phone consultations and forensic examinations.
Triage referrals, follow up with clients, maintain accurate records and data entry, and ensure examination rooms are appropriately stocked and maintained.
Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team, including alongside the Senior Clinician – Mental Health and Addiction, to support coordinated responses where sexual harm intersects with mental health and/or AOD needs.
Engage in ongoing professional development, attend relevant training, and participate in regular supervision.
Apply principles of cultural safety, respect cultural practices and diversity, and demonstrate knowledge of tikanga Māori.
Build and maintain positive relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including Māori health and social service providers.
Follow Tautoko Mai's Health & Safety procedures, complete hazard identifications, and maintain a clear safety check under the Children's Act 2014.
About you
At least 3 years' postgraduate nursing experience.
A current nursing Annual Practising Certificate.
A full, current and unrestricted New Zealand driver licence.
Experience in sexual harm, sexual health or related fields, with a sound understanding of trauma-informed practice.
Knowledge of current legislation relevant to this field of practice.
Commitment to cultural competency and an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
A warm, flexible and professional approach, with sensitivity to the trauma clients have experienced.
Ideally, experience supporting kiritaki with mental health and/or AOD needs, including confidence in recognising risk, responding within your scope of practice, and working collaboratively with specialist clinicians and external services.
Full and unrestricted rights to work in New Zealand.
About us
At Tautoko Mai, we walk alongside individuals, families, whānau and communities affected by sexual and family harm, supporting healing and helping build stronger futures. Our vision is a future where communities are free from sexual and family harm. We provide specialist therapeutic, medical, crisis support, social work and prevention services across the Bay of Plenty and Waikato. You will join a passionate, down-to-earth multidisciplinary team working to make a real difference for people, whānau and communities. You will be part of an organisation that values safe and supportive practice, professional development, teamwork and the wellbeing of its people.
How to Apply
If you are passionate about providing specialist nursing care and supporting clients on their healing journey, we would love to hear from you.
Applications close: 17 November 2026.
We reserve the right to close this advertisement early depending on applicant response, so we encourage you to apply promptly.
All applications must be submitted through Seek to support our shortlisting process. We are unable to accept applications by email.
For questions about the role, please contact [email protected].
Tautoko Mai is committed to equal opportunity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds.
In line with our Recruitment Policy, we will retain your application for three months in case future opportunities arise that match your skills and experience.