Planned ASMS senior doctors' strike — Thursday 1 May, 24 hours
Patient safety is our priority. Our hospitals and emergency departments will remain open. Continue to attend all appointments on the day of the strike unless we have contacted you to reschedule.
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Waikato district nurses provide a wide range of services in their local communities, often visiting people in their home. We work closely with allied health staff such as physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
District nurses provide expert assessment, management, support and education for:
District nurse teams work across 16 bases in Waikato, including:
A referral for this service must come from a healthcare provider.
Public health nurses are registered nurses who work with their local communities in Waikato to promote health, prevent disease and maintain wellness. They work in partnership to assist and support families and whānau towards self-reliance in health.
To contact public health nurses in Waikato:
Hours: 8am to 4:30pm, Monday to Friday
Public health nurses provide the following services in Waikato:
Public health nurses work with:
Most schools have an allocated public health nurse who makes regular visits to the school — providing support, advice and referrals on health matters.
Referrals for public health nurses can be made by healthcare providers such as hospital staff, health professionals and social agencies, as well as school staff and self-referral.
Community specialist nurses provide expert advice and support to other health professionals to manage complex cases in the community and to improve processes and practices.
These nurses provides services for: