Registered Nurse - Post Anaesthetic Care Unit
Location: Kenepuru Hospital
Contract: Permanent, Part Time (0.7 FTE Rostered and Rotating)
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 RN to join our Perioperative team. This role will include Surgical Admissions, PACU and Second Stage Recovery. The role is 0.7 FTE rostered and rotating shifts, however Kenepuru Theatres operate Monday to Friday.
About the Team/Service Location
Kenepuru has 3 Operating Theatres and an Advanced Procedure Room. We cover Surgical Specialties of General, Gynaecology, Urology, Opthalmology, ENT, Urology, Orthopedics, Gastro, and Dental. Our service covers all ages and the work is varied and stimulating.
About you
- Ideally you would have previous experience in Surgical Admissions, PACU and second stage recovery. A full orientation will be offered to the successful candidate
- A strong team player with excellent communication skills
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 24 May. 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.
Permanent/Part Time
Job no: NM159-26
Location: Kenepuru Hospital/Porirua
Closing Date: Sunday, 24 May 2026