Mō Tātou – About Us

Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.

The Bay of Plenty District Health Board (BOPDHB) is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.  The BOPDHB is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4000 staff.

He Kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

We are seeking Registered Nurses to join our enthusiastic, dedicated Surgical Nursing Team on Ward 3B at Tauranga Hospital. 

The purpose of our service is to care for surgical patients pre and post procedures both acute and elective, ENT, vascular and general surgical patients. We have 23 available beds on the ward. 

These positions have a requirement to work rostered shifts including mornings, afternoons and nights. 

He Korero mōu - About You

Ideally the successful applicants will have experience working as a nurse in an acute surgical setting, with vascular and ENT nursing experience preferred but not necessary. 

The successful applicant will be working in a supportive team where there are opportunities for professional development through ongoing education. If you have the nursing skills and commitment to join our vibrant and fun team, we would love to hear from you. 

If applying, please state in your cover letter how many hours you wish to be considered for. 

Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits

• In-House career development
• Competitive remuneration
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
• SWEAT, our onsite gym
• Free onsite parking
• Discounts (with local businesses)

 Ngā uarātanga ō ā mātou mahi – Our Values

At the BOPDHB we recruit for our Manaakitanga CARE values. Why do we do this? Because values-based teams deliver better care. 

Our manaakitanga CARE values (Compassion, All-one-team, Responsive and Excellence) support each of us to make a difference every day in the things we do and say. Therefore, it's important that when recruiting, we recruit new colleagues who live by our CARE values. 

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW” 

For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal. 

The BOPDHB are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. It is essential you demonstrate an awareness of Māori indigenous rights and current issues in relation to health and health equity. 

Following the update to COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021, to be employed with Bay of Plenty DHB you will be required to be fully vaccinated as a health care worker.  Evidence of your vaccination status will be required at offer stage.  If you do not meet this criteria, we are unable to progress your application.