Registered Nurse

• Registered Nurse । Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital
• Permanent, Part-Time । 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Grow your surgical nursing expertise while supporting patients through complex and life‑enhancing procedures in a fast‑paced, rewarding environment.

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

As a Registered Nurse in our General & Vascular Surgery Unit, you will provide safe, evidence‑based and compassionate care to patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. You’ll complete comprehensive assessments, develop and implement care plans, monitor patients post‑operatively, and support their recovery through effective clinical interventions and patient education.

You’ll work closely with surgeons, anaesthetists, allied health teams and fellow nurses to deliver coordinated and patient‑centred care. This role offers the opportunity to strengthen your clinical skills, gain exposure to acute and elective surgical cases, and contribute to improved health outcomes for patients and their whānau.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys teamwork, values continuity of care and thrives in a dynamic surgical environment.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

Our General & Vascular Surgery team at Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier Memorial Hospital is committed to delivering high‑quality perioperative and post‑operative care. You’ll join a collaborative multidisciplinary team who value professionalism, whanaungatanga and continuous learning.

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About you

You are a compassionate and confident nurse with strong clinical skills and a commitment to excellent patient care. You will have:

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Excellent time‑management and the ability to work well in a busy environment.
• IV designation.
• A commitment to culturally responsive care and Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

Desired:

• A current PDRP portfolio.
• Surgical nursing experience.
• Experience with PCA, epidural management, CVL care or NPWT (advantageous).

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 20th March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please Alison Olsen । Alison.Olsen@hbdhb.govt.nz

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

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.