Registered Nurse - Nursing Support Team

• Work across Christchurch Health Campus
• Fixed-term positions available due to parental leave
• 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 dedicated to serving all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Christchurch Hospital Nursing Support Team has an opportunity for experienced Registered Nurses to join their team. Nursing Pool offers diversity to work across the Christchurch Health Campus. We currently have two fixed-term positions available due to parental leave. Please indicate in your personalised cover letter which role(s) you would like to be considered for.

Role 1: 0.9FTE (36 hours per week) fixed-term position due to parental leave available from 02/09/2026 – 02/09/2027

Role 2: 0.8FTE (32 hours per week) fixed-term position due to parental leave available from 20/10/2026 – 04/10/2027

About the Service

Christchurch Hospital Nursing Support Team offers you diversity in your work day and the opportunity to expand your nursing skills working with a range of specialities, staff and patients across the campus. We provide cover to all clinical areas, including medical, surgical, paediatrics, women’s health and emergency care at Christchurch Hospital.

About You 

• Acute medical or surgical experience is essential
• Must be available to work all shifts across Monday to Sunday
• Confident practitioner with exceptional patient assessment skills and knowledge 
• Should have excellent time management and work well within a team
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage with a wide variety of people
• Flexible and adaptable - enjoy the challenge of working in a variety of clinical areas
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)

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 19th August. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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