Registered Nurse - Ophthalmology
- Ophthalmology Outpatients – Surgical Services, Whangarei Hospital
- Permanent full-time position, working 40 hours per week
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, you will utilise professional knowledge and skill to provide a holistic approach to nursing care that is safe, of the highest quality possible. You would also ensure that provision of nursing care is in consultation and partnership with the patient/client/family/ whanau, where the rights and needs of all people are acknowledged within the context of the Treaty of Waitangi. Maintain and enhance the professional standards of nursing and contribute to further development of nursing within the service and participate as an effective member of the wider organisation.
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About the Team/Service/ Location
Our Ophthalmology Outpatients team is dedicated, friendly, and skilled group of professionals who work collaboratively to provide high-quality care in a fast-paced ad rewarding environment.
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About you
As a Registered Nurse in Ophthalmology, you will have the ability to use initiative and work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team. You will also be an excellent communicator and have computer literacy.
- Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate.
- Current PDRP
- Minimum of a post graduate certificate including ophthalmology specialty paper or commitment to undertake within one year
- Commitment to undertake RN intravitreal injection competency
- Ophthalmology experience desirable but not necessary
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 5th September 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Olivia Matthews at NL-jobs@tewhatuora.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.