Registered Nurse - Paediatric Medical Ward /Piko Ward

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital

Contract: 6 month fixed-term contract (covering parental leave) part-time position 0.9FTE - 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

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Registered Nurse to join our Paediatric Medical Ward. This role offers an exciting opportunity to expand your paediatric nursing expertise and clinical skills while providing exceptional care to children of all ages.

As a successful candidate, you will have proven experience working with paediatric patients, demonstrating the ability to work both as part of a team and independently. You will manage your own workload, adapting quickly to changing demands and delivering professional and compassionate family-centred care.

This is a 6 month fixed-term position, coving parental leave. Working 0.9 FTE (72 hours/fortnight). Our 8 hour shifts are rostered and rotating, including weekends and nights. 

If you are passionate about paediatric nursing and thrive in a dynamic, supportive environment, we would like to hear from you.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Child Health Service for the Wellington Region and Central New Zealand is a tertiary center providing specialised medical and surgical care for children up to 16 years old. It offers a mix of inpatient, outpatient, day patient, and domiciliary services. Within Te Wao Nui, the inpatient wards Piko and Kowhai provide dedicated care for hospitalised children.

Piko Ward (medical) has 23 inpatient beds and a 9-bed Short Stay Unit (SSU), caters for children requiring short-term care and observation.

About you

• Proven knowledge and skill base in paediatric nursing
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment that values teamwork
• Willingness to learn and develop. Comprehensive orientation and training provided

Skills and experience

• Minimum 12 months nursing experience. Previous paediatric nursing experience essential
• A current Annual Practising Certificate
• Completed CAP/NETP Programme 
• Overseas applicants should first establish their eligibility for registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and further information is available on nursingcouncil.org.nz
• Hold a current work visa or have the legal right to work in New Zealand 

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 2nd 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.