Registered Nurse - Orthopaedics & Urology

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital 

Contract: Permanent, Part Time 0.8-0.9 FTE Rostered and Rotating

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

Salary: As per NZNO MECA step 2-7

We are looking for experienced Registered Nurses to work in our busy multi-specialty ward. You will have the opportunity to care for patients from Orthopaedic and Urology specialties. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in one of these specialties. 

We can offer you:

• An individualised orientation programme
• Exceptional professional development opportunities including study days, post graduate programmes and leadership development. 
• Variety of nursing care
• The opportunity to work in a large hospital providing tertiary level care for the region

About the Team/Service/Location

Ward 6 North is a 36 bed multi-specialty ward. This service provides care for patients from both Orthopaedics and Urology specialties. Ward 6 North is a supportive team who a friendly and welcoming. On our ward, we have Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Senior Nurses and Health Care Assistants who work collaboratively to provide the best health outcomes for patients. 

About you

The successful applicant will have sound clinical nursing skills, a strong patient focus, and enthusiasm for working in a team. You will be passionate about nursing clinical excellence, innovation and professional development. This role is suitable for a Registered Nurse who has recently completed their graduate year.

Requirements:

• Registration with NZ Nursing Council
• Current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Current NZ Work visa
• Surgical nursing experience preferable

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 21 September. 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.