Registered Nurse - Acute Care

Acute Care

• Located at Whakatāne Hospital
• Up to 13-months Fixed Term Part-time – 0.8FTE
• 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 building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Step into an exciting opportunity where clinical expertise meets meaningful patient care based at Whakatāne hospital. We are offering the successful candidate a part-time 0.8 FTE (32 hours per week), for up to 13-months fixed term to cover parental leave. The 11-bed Acute Care Unit includes a 6-bedded Level One ICU/HDU/CCU and a 5-bedded general admission area with advanced monitoring capabilities, catering to a diverse patient population from across the Eastern Bay of Plenty.

This role involves providing specialist nursing care in a setting where patient acuity varies, requiring adaptability to both steady workflows and rapid escalations in care needs. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team ensures the best possible outcomes in this 24/7 acute care service.

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Acute Care Unit is a well-equipped, fast-evolving environment where clinical excellence and teamwork drive patient outcomes. Based in the beautiful Bay of Plenty, this provincial setting offers the opportunity to develop acute care expertise in a hospital know for its commitment to professional growth, education, and high-quality patient care.

To meet the team, click on the link

About you

A skilled and adaptable Registered Nurse with a strong foundation in acute care, confident clinical decision making, and a patient-focused approach will thrive in this role. What is needed for the role:

• Current New Zealand Nursing Registration and Annual Practicing Certificate.
• Experience in acute care, with preference for those with ICU or HDU exposure.
• Ability to work effectively in a 24/7 acute care environment, responding to both steady workflows and urgent situations.
• Competency with te ao Māori, tikanga, and te reo Māori or a commitment to starting your journey and taking ownership of your learning and growth.
• Experience in projects / initiatives which give effect to Te Tiriti principals and frameworks, and the application of Mātauranga Māori and Kaupapa Māori approaches, particularly as they apply in healthcare settings.

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 Friday 21 March 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.