Registered Nurse- M18 Surgical Assessment Unit

• Waikato Hospital
• 12-month Fixed term- 72 hours per fortnight
• This is an opportunity to expand your expertise in a dynamic, supportive environment while making a meaningful impact on the care and outcomes of Burns patients.
• We offer continuous learning and professional development

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 an experienced registered nurse eager to broaden your expertise in the Plastics and Burns specialty?

This is your opportunity to be part of a senior nursing team where you’ll collaborate within a multidisciplinary group to guide Burns patients through both their acute inpatient and outpatient journeys.

In this role, your excellent communication and negotiation skills will be key as you work alongside a dedicated team to achieve the best possible outcomes for patients and their whanau. You’ll also be part of a supportive and dynamic work environment that values continuous learning and professional development.

Join us in this progressive service, where we’re committed to growing both our team and the care we provide, offering you endless opportunities to advance in your nursing career.

Key responsibilities of the role:

• Managing complex patients following burn injuries
• Support and facilitation of Multidisciplinary Team meetings
• Case management, quality and risk assurance, Education

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the NZNO agreement. Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), shift allowances, professional development and wellness support.

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About the Team/Service

The Surgical Nursing Resource team is a collaborative multidisciplinary team focused on supporting numerous specialties. We provide a supportive environment with a strong focus on professional and service development

About you

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

• A proficient or expert Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 years’ experience ideally in a burns and plastics speciality
• Proven history of advanced assessment skills
• A current practicing certificate
• Post graduate qualification or working towards
• A strong team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work independently
• Adaptability, flexibility and agility

If you are an enthusiastic, motivated nurse and believe this opportunity is for you we welcome your application.

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 10 April 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.