Registered Nurse - Fixed Term

• Registered Nurse । Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital
• Fixed Term until February 2027, Part-Time । 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Gain valuable experience through a fixed‑term role that offers excellent variety and clinical challenge.

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 compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse to join our Assessment, Treatment & Rehabilitation (AT&R) Unit on a fixed‑term contract to cover parental leave. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting older adults and patients requiring rehabilitation, enabling them to regain function, independence and confidence following illness, injury or surgery.

You’ll provide comprehensive nursing assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, and deliver evidence‑based interventions that support patients’ physical, emotional and functional wellbeing. You will also collaborate with patients, whānau and the wider interprofessional team to plan safe, supported discharges and promote self‑management.

This role combines hands‑on clinical care with rehabilitation‑focused nursing, requiring sound judgement, strong communication skills and a genuine interest in supporting patients on their recovery journey. TrendCare documentation, safe staffing practices and participation in Variance Response Management (VRM) are all key components of daily practice.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

You’ll work within the Hospital Group at Hawke’s Bay Hospital, joining a dedicated and supportive nursing team in the AT&R Unit. The team includes nurses, allied health professionals, medical staff, rehabilitation specialists and support staff who work closely together to improve patient outcomes and ensure person‑centred, culturally responsive care.

The team values whanaungatanga, collaboration and continuous learning. You’ll also work alongside Māori health services, the Professional Development Unit, and wider hospital teams who play an important role in supporting safe, high‑quality care for patients and whānau.

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About you

You are a caring and adaptable Registered Nurse with a passion for rehabilitation and older adult care. You bring clinical confidence, excellent communication skills and a collaborative approach to supporting patients and whānau.

You will have:

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and APC
• Experience applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
• Strong teamwork and time‑management skills
• IV designation
• Confidence with patient assessment, care planning and evaluation
• Commitment to safe practice, documentation and quality improvement

Desired:

• A PDRP portfolio
• Understanding of AROC / Functional Independence Measure (FIM) assessments
• Experience in rehabilitation, gerontology or similar settings

You bring self‑awareness, professionalism and a commitment to delivering equitable, culturally safe care.

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 10th April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Nicola Ryniker-Doull । Nicola.Ryniker-Doull@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.