Registered Nurse - Paediatrics

• Work where others holiday - enjoy the beaches, bustling cafes, and vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga
• Fixed term part-time vacancy covering parental leave - 0.7FTE / 28 hours
• Ideal for nurses seeking a rewarding role with broad scope and strong team connection in paediatric care

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 looking for flexible and committed Registered Nurses to join our Children’s Ward. Perfect for those who thrive in a team environment and enjoy the diversity and meaning that comes with paediatric nursing.

Our unit is a fulfilling and unique place to work, offering 22-beds and delivering family-centred care for infants, children, and adolescents aged 0-15 years. We provide services in General Medicine, Oncology, Palliative Care, Orthopaedics, ENT, Urology, mental health and General Surgery, with additional nursing opportunities in our Child Assessment Unit (CAU) and Children’s Day Stay Unit.

As a paediatric nurse, you will play a vital role in caring for young patients and supporting their whānau, taking into account each child’s emotional, social, and cultural needs. This nursing that combines skill, empathy, and genuine connection.

While this vacancy is open to all New Zealanders, we will be prioritising applications from internal candidates in the first instance. External applications are welcome and will be reviewed should an internal placement not eventuate.

About the Team/Service/Location

Based in the stunning Bay of Plenty, our Children’s Ward is home to a skilled and supportive team of nurses committed to quality outcomes for tamariki and thier whānau. We work closely within a multidisciplinary team to provide care that is holistic, culturally responsive, and grounded in the values of compassion, professionalism, and teamwork.

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About You

You will be a calm, adaptable Registered Nurse with sound clinical judgement and the confidence to care for children and their whānau in a busy multidisciplinary setting. You connect naturally with people, bring heart and professionalism to every shift, and take pride in being part of a supportive team.

What you will bring:

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
• A strong interest in child and family health
• Experience in paediatrics or transferable skills from similar clinical areas
• Confidence working in a fast-paced environment
• A collaborative, solution-focused mindset
• A full, clean driver’s licence

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Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply for the role please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on Sunday 04 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, reference vacancy TAU3055 and contact bp-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.