Registered Nurse - Resignation

• Waikato Hospital
• Permanent Part Time, 40 hours per fortnight, Monday - Sunday

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 Team/Service

We have an opportunity for one motivated, registered nurse to join the Older Persons Assessment and Liaison (OPAL) team. OPAL is a progressive team of nurses who assess patients in the acute care setting, for continuing care needs, including rehabilitation. The OPAL team facilitates patient flow through the Organisation.

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About you

To be an effective OPAL nurse, the following skills and experience are required:

• Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
• A current practising certificate
• A minimum of 5 years nursing experience
• Critical thinking and the ability to make comprehensive assessment of patients with complex needs.
• Sound clinical knowledge about gerontology and rehabilitation, preferably interRAI trained.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience in a leadership role or demonstration of PDRP proficient/expert or relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.

About Waikato

The Waikato region is a dynamic mix of stunning scenery and cultural richness, providing a variety of experiences for every age. Whether you're catching epic surf, discovering breathtaking underground wonders, or immersing yourself in the magic of a famous movie landscape, there's something for everyone to enjoy. 

 For more information on living and working in Waikato click here

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 15 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Shivani Kulkarni at Shivani.Kulkarni@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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