Registered Nurse - Surgical Admissions Unit

• Live and work in Whakatāne - a close community with a stunning coastline and heart
• Permanent part-time 0.8 FTE position
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

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.

The opportunity | Te Whiwhinga mahi

The Perioperative Department is currently looking for experienced Surgical Admissions Unit Registered Nurses to join their vibrant and innovative nursing team to work in their modern perioperative facilities.

He korero mōu - About You

The ideal candidate will have recent acute nursing experience, a passion for quality and the ability to provide pre and post-operative care for patients undergoing a variety of acute and elective surgical procedures. If this sounds like you and you are looking for a permanent position, then we welcome your application.

What we are looking for:

• Recent SAU nursing experience is desired
• Current Annual Practicing Certificate
• A passion for quality and the ability to care for patients undergoing a variety of acute and elective surgical procedures

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About us | Ko wai mātou

We can offer you:

• In-house professional development
• Flexible working practices (e.g., We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible)
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership 
• Free flu vaccinations
• Free onsite parking 
• Discounts (with local businesses)

Living in the sunniest place in New Zealand isn’t the only reason people have to smile in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Our stunning region offers NZ’s recently voted favourite beach, endless other coastlines to ancient forests and is blessed with breath-taking landscapes and rich Maori culture. We showcase the perfect place to explore a wide range of nature-based pursuits – you don’t have to forsake your career either, in fact why not enhance it with a better work-life balance. 

Click here to read more about living and working in Whakatāne.

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 9 August 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please 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.