Registered Nurse for Surgical Assessment and Planning Unit

Location:  Wellington Regional Hospital 

Contract:  Permanent, Part Time 0.8 FTE  Rostered and Rotating shifts 

Salary:     NZNO MECA Step 4 $91,179 to Step 7 $ 106,739- pro rata

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we’re building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. 

About the Role 

We are looking for an experienced and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Surgical Assessment and Planning Unit (SAPU). This fast-paced environment plays a crucial role in providing timely assessment, planning, and management of surgical patients requiring acute care. You will work closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure patients receive high-quality, patient-centred care.

Key responsibilities include:

-Providing comprehensive nursing care for acute surgical patients

-Supporting efficient patient flow and timely interventions

-Collaborating with surgical teams to optimize patient outcomes

-Maintaining accurate documentation and adhering to professional and legal standards

-Contributing to quality improvement initiatives within SAPU

About the Team 

SAPU is a dynamic unit that provides specialized surgical assessment and short-stay care for patients requiring urgent surgical intervention. Our team is dedicated to delivering high standards of care in a supportive and collegial environment. You will be working alongside skilled nurses, surgeons, registrars, and allied health professionals, ensuring a collaborative approach to patient care.

We value teamwork, continuous learning, and a commitment to excellence, making SAPU an ideal place to develop your surgical nursing skills in a progressive and forward-thinking setting.

Why Join Us?

-Supportive leadership and development opportunities

-Access to ongoing education and training

-Work in a multidisciplinary team where your skills are valued

-Make a real difference in acute surgical patient care

About you 

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable Registered Nurse who thrives in an acute surgical setting. To be successful in this role, you will have:

• -A current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate (APC) as a Registered Nurse
• -Experience in acute surgical or emergency nursing (preferred but not essential)
• -Strong critical thinking and assessment skills
• -Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
• -A commitment to culturally safe practice and working in partnership with Māori under Te Tiriti o Waitangi
• -A passion for continuous improvement and patient-centered care.

If you are ready for an exciting challenge in a fast-paced and rewarding surgical environment, we would love to hear from you!

Working at Health New Zealand 

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness’. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 6th March 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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