• Located at Whakatāne hospital + Free onsite parking
• Permanent Part-time – 0.5 FTE
• 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 dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. 

About the Role

We are looking for a confident, capable, and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Duty Nurse Manager team at Whakatāne Hospital in a permanent, part-time role working 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week).

This is a key leadership role for managing hospital operations outside of regular hours, ensuring safe, effective, and timely care for our patients.  You will be part of a close-knit, experienced team that provides 24/7 nursing and hospital-wide support, coordinating clinical flow, staffing, and response during both routine and critical periods.

Every shift will draw on your leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills – keeping calm under pressure while supporting staff, advocating for patients, and contributing to equitable health outcomes across the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

Our focus is building a sustainable, equitable health workforce that reflects the communities we serve – and we are proud to support staff development every step of the way.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Based at Whakatāne Hospital, you will work within a supportive and highly skilled team dedicated to strengthening health outcomes for our rural and coastal communities.  The Eastern Bay of Plenty offers a rare blend of professional purpose and lifestyle, with stunning beaches, lush native bush, and a strong sense of whanaungatanga and connection.

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About you

We seek an experienced Registered Nurse with a calm, solutions-focused approach to leadership.  You work well under pressure, think clearly in complex situations, and understand the importance of collaboration, communication, and cultural safety.

What you will bring: 

• New Zealand Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• Significant acute clinical experience in hospital settings
• Shift coordination and/or staff management experience
• Strong clinical skills including cannulation, venepuncture, and ACLS
• Excellent communication and decision-making ability
• Flexibility to work rostered shifts across all days of the week
• A postgraduate qualification or working towards one (preferred)

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 view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 12 May 2025. 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.