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 

Are you ready for a role that's both challenging and rewarding? Our Combined Surgical Ward is a vibrant and fast-paced environment, offering care across a wide range of surgical specialties — including general surgery, orthopaedics, urology, ENT, and gynaecology. No two days are the same, and every day brings opportunities to grow and make a real impact. 

We're a tight-knit team that values partnership, collaboration, and compassionate care. Working closely with our multidisciplinary colleagues, we're committed to delivering safe, high-quality nursing that leaves a lasting, positive impression on our patients and their whānau. 

We're currently looking for two enthusiastic and motivated Enrolled Nurses to join our awesome team. These are permanent positions, offering 0.7 and 0.8 FTE, and involve rostered and rotating shifts. You'll be working in a fast-paced, supportive environment that encourages you to work at the top of your scope, while being part of a team that's passionate about delivering exceptional patient care. 

About the Team/Service/ Location 

The combined surgical ward offers a wide range of surgical specialties including general surgery, orthopaedics, urology and gynaecology for adult patients which can be both challenging and rewarding.  

We collaborate and work in partnership with the multidisciplinary team to provide quality coordinated patient care and are committed to delivering safe nursing care that results in a positive patient and whanau experience. 

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About you 

We're looking for an enthusiastic and skilled Enrolled Nurse to join our team! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care, this could be the perfect opportunity for you. 

The ideal candidate will have: 

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 24th April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Stacey at stacey.howes@wdhb.org.nz  

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.