Registered Nurse - Medical Day Ward

Location: Kenepuru Hospital

Contract:  Fixed Term Part time - Monday to Friday 0.65 FTE

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

An exciting opportunity for a registered nurse has arisen to join our team in a fixed term - part time role. You be working Monday to Friday within a dynamic and friendly team. The Medical day unit is currently in consultation to increase in operating hours from 0730 – 1930hrs. You will be responsible for delivering a wide range of intravenous therapy including blood products, Chemotherapy and immunotherapy. Skills sought are previous experience with peripheral cannulation, central lines.  The medical day ward caters for a variety of clients referred from a wide range of departments within Wellington Hospital and the community.  Wellington Hospital has completed building works to create a purpose built space for the Kenepuru Medical Day Ward (KMDW).

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Medical day ward at Kenepuru Hospital is an important part of Wellington Hospitals secondary, as well as tertiary service delivery model for the sub-regional populations it serves. KMDW is particularly important for gastroenterology, neurology, immunology, pre-surgical infusions, blood and cancer treatments and suitable ambulatory infusions. The Medical day ward has a strong focus on teamwork and a commitment to excellent standards of nursing care.

About you

We are looking for the following:

• Be an active team member
• Delivering IV therapy
• IV Cannulation / Central venous lines
• Professional, responsible for own work
• Strong communication skills
• Positive, enthusiastic, flexible manner
• Leadership experience preferable
• Completed CAP/NETP Programme
• New Zealand Nursing registration

Desirable

• 5 years and more nursing experience in chemotherapy, blood product transfusion, and infusions
• Experience in administration of chemotherapy, EVIQ competent or training 
• Experience in cannulation and central vascular access device (CVAD)

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

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal by 25th April 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 advert.