Registered Nurse - Planned Care

• Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Whanganui District

• Outpatient Department, Clinical and Planned Care Services
• Permanent, 36 hours per week

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 a passionate Registered Nurse with a keen interest in Urology? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of patients while enjoying the close-knit community atmosphere of a rural New Zealand hospital? If so, we want you to join our dedicated healthcare team!

As a Urology Registered Nurse, you will be providing specialised nursing care to patients with urological conditions. You will work closely with our urology team to deliver personalised treatment plans, assist in procedures, and provide vital pre- and post-operative care. Your role will be key in ensuring patients experience exceptional care in a welcoming and supportive environment.

You will be supported by our Urology CNS to provide care and expertise, both in delivering direct patient care and in supporting other staff caring for patients with urology requirements and conditions. Your focus will be on modelling expert clinical skills, promoting best practice, facilitating interdisciplinary collaboration and providing education to patients, whanau and other clinical staff. In this exciting position your will play an active role in the development and achievement of the strategic direction, including achieving health targets, for the Urology Service. You will also be given the opportunity to work with other clinical specialties in OPD.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Join a passionate and dedicated team delivering specialised urology care in a rural New Zealand hospital, where a strong sense of community and collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. Our hospital offers a unique environment where you can truly make a difference—not just in the lives of your patients, but within a team that values connection, support, and professional growth. As part of our close-knit outpatient department, you'll work alongside skilled and compassionate colleagues who are committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care. Whether you're an experienced urology nurse or looking to grow your skills in this specialty, you'll be welcomed into a service that fosters learning, innovation, and teamwork, all while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of living and working in a rural New Zealand setting.

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About you

About you:

You are a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse with a passion for delivering patient-centred care and a keen interest in urology. You're a team player who thrives in a dynamic outpatient environment and is committed to continuous improvement.

• Must have current NZ Nurse Registration

• Previous urology experience or a desire to work in this specialty

• Minimum of two years' consolidated nursing practice in a New Zealand hospital

• Strong patient-centred approach to care

• Critical thinker with sound clinical judgement

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Flexible and adaptable to meet the needs of a busy Outpatient Department

• Committed to teamwork and ongoing service improvement

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 11th 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.