Registered Nurse - Oxford Community Hospital


  • Oxford Community Hospital, Oxford
  • 0.6FTE part-time, fixed-term position until 15/09/2026 
  • Experience working in Aged Care desirable

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

Oxford Community Hospital is a 14-bed community facility.  Our team provide hospital level continuing care of the elderly, palliative care and respite care for the local community and as part of the wider team of Health New Zealand, Te Whatu Ora Waitaha Canterbury.

You will contribute to the friendly, cohesive team by providing expert nursing care to the patients and working professionally with all members of the MDT, supported by local on-site leadership and as a valued member of our rural health team.

You will work as part of a 24/7 roster which involves weekend and night shifts.

About You

You will be an experienced, confident practitioner with exceptional assessment skills with the ability to work autonomously and lead a small and cohesive team.

  • Enthusiastic, motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to engage a variety of people, is paramount in this role.
  • Excellent communication and time management skills are paramount to your success in this role.
  • You will be passionate towards servicing the community and giving it your best.

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 communityWe 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 Monday 15th December. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria at Victoria.Steiner@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

Please note this role is open only to current staff of Health New Zealand. Please do not apply if you are not currently employed by Health New Zealand.

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Fixed Term/Contract/Part Time

Job no: PC3985751

Location: Oxford

Closing Date: Monday 15th December