Registered Nurse, Perioperative Services

Benefits

• An encouraging learning environment where you will continue to grow and be challenged
• A professional and supportive culture and team setting
• Fulfilling and challenging work with great lifestyle options
• Tailored wellness programmes

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 looking for several energetic and dynamic registered nurses to join the Peri-operative Service Nursing team at Palmerston North Hospital.

These are temporary, part time roles working, rostered duties with overtime and on-call as required by the needs of the department.

At least two years' Operating Theatre (Scrub side) experience would be preferred. However we do support Nurse Graduates as we understand that growing skilled nurses in this area is part of our responsibility. Staff will be well supported through an orientation programme.

About the Team

Surgical services inpatient wards provide acute/elective services for patients of varying ages and a variety of surgical conditions.

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees. We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions. With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.

About the Location

Manawatū is known for its effortless blend of city and rural living; here you can choose your ideal lifestyle, from peaceful rural villages, to bustling townships, or city life. It's a family-friendly place that's easy to live and work, with easy access to an array of outdoor activities – beaches, ski fields, lakes, mountains, as well as fantastic mountain biking and hiking tracks. No traffic and an easy commute to work, really help a with true work-life balance. Our fantastic central location means exploring other parts of New Zealand is easy as a drive or a short flight. We are well served with excellent schooling options, as well as two tertiary institutes – Massey University and the International Pacific College.

For more information on living and working in the Manawatu click here

About you

We are looking for applicants with the following attributes/skills:

• Maintains a professional attitude at all times
• Ability to communicate with all members of the multidisciplinary team, patients and whanau
• Knowledge and experience in surgical nursing and good understanding of the Peri-operative patient journey
• Ability to provide patient care that meets individual needs with preservation of dignity and confidentiality
• Delivers care that recognises patient's rights and is sensitive to ethnic and cultural values

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 the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant (Email: helen.manoharan@tewhatuora.govt.nz)

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