Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic and Cardiology

• Ward 10, Christchurch Hospital
• 1.0FTE, fixed term role covering parental leave from April 2026 – March 2027
• Shifts – Monday to Sunday, Morning, Afternoon and Nights

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
The nurses on Ward 10 are involved in pre and post operative care of the cardiothoracic patient, acute pain management with chest traumas, and rib fixation surgery. We also are involved in the care of acute and elective cardiology patients who present with chest pain requiring cath lab procedures, TAVI’s, electrophysiology procedures, and heart failure management.

You will be well supported through our Nurse Educator and Clinical Nurse Specialists due to our wide variety of both medical and surgical skill sets.

This role is 1.0FTE (40 hours per week) covering parental leave from April 2026 – March 2027.

We are only seeking applications from candidates who can work the full 1.0FTE (40 hours per week).

About the Service
Ward 10 is a 27-bed ward and is one of our combined medical and surgical wards which specialises in Cardiothoracic Surgery and Cardiology. We care for patients who have undergone either acute or elective cardiothoracic surgery, and cardiology procedures.

About You

• Experience in Cardiothoracic & Cardiology is essential
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Can work collaboratively with the wider multidisciplinary team
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent organisational and time management skills with the ability to effectively and efficiently complete tasks
• Demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively with other professionals.
• The ability to be adaptable, flexible and solution focused.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• Able to work 1.0FTE, 40 hours per week
  

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 Sunday 11th January. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz