• Waikato Hospital
• Permanent Full time & Part time opportunities
• Gain diverse theatre experience where you will have the opportunity to tackle exciting, challenging cases in a fast-paced environment!
• No day will ever be the same.

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

We are seeking a passionate, registered nurse with operating theatre experience to join our vibrant, fast paced team. As the largest hospital campus in New Zealand and a leading tertiary hospital, Waikato Hospital is the regional hub for the Midlands area. Here, you will have the unique opportunity to work across a diverse range of theatres, tackling exciting and complex cases. This dynamic environment is ideal for those eager to make a meaningful impact while advancing their careers.

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the Nurses and Midwifery Collecitve Agreement. Additional benefits include KiwiSaver contributions (if eligible), shift allowances, professional development and wellness support.

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About the Team/ Service

The Theatres and Anaesthesia department at Waikato Hospital is comprised of 22 Operating Theatres, a Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit and Day of Surgery Admission Unit. A wide range of surgical specialties include General Surgery, Vascular, Cardiac, Urology, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Plastics, Paediatrics, Delivery Suite, Gynaecology, Maxillofacial and more. 

About you

Skills and experience you’ll need to be considered for the role:

• A minimum of 3 years’ previous nursing experience in any speciality
  • Current APC & eligibility to work in New Zealand
  • Enthusiasm and commitment in a changing environment
  • Strong patient focus
  • Well-developed team and communication skills

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 online” or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal before 11:59 pm on 23 June 2025 If you have any questions about the role, please contact Monique Wilson at Monique.Wilson@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

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