Registered Nurse – Elective Surgery

• Based on Ward A5, Waipapa Building – Christchurch Hospital Campus
• 3 x fixed term positions available due to parental leave
• 0.9FTE – 1.0FTE available until September and October 2026
  

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 Service

Ward A5 is a busy general surgical unit with a focus on elective surgery including colorectal, hepatobiliary and bariatric surgery. No two days are the same in this fast-paced team that focuses on peri-operative care and recovery. Ward A5 is also a Dedicated Education Unit where you’ll enjoy being involved in the development of student nurses.

About the Role

We’re looking for Registered Nurses to join us who are passionate about surgery and are keen to move their career forward. Working in our large multidisciplinary team you can expect to work closely with and learn from our Surgeons, Nurse Educator and Clinical Nurse Specialist, who are focused on advances in surgical care that improve clinical outcomes. In turn you will bring your exceptional interpersonal skills and organizational skills and will be a real team player.

The service is rostered on a rotating roster Monday to Sunday across Morning, Afternoons and Nights.

We have three fixed-term positions available due to parental leave.

1 x 0.9FTE available until September 2026.

1 x 0.9FTE available until October 2026.

1 x 1.0FTE available until October 2026.

Please indicate which roles you would like to be considered for in your personalised cover letter.

About You

You will have effective problem solving and decision-making skills and a commitment to providing and maintaining high standards of nursing practice within our service.

• Acute and elective surgical experience
• Must be able to work all shifts – Morning, Afternoon and Nights across Monday to Sunday
• Excellent Communication and Interpersonal skills
• Motivated, with a mature attitude and organised approach, you will be flexible and adaptable in this ever changing, fast paced environment
• The ability to work autonomously and effectively as part of the multidisciplinary team
• A current New Zealand annual practicing certificate is required

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 Wednesday 25th March.  If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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