Registered Nurse - General & Vascular Surgery Ward

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, General & Vascular Surgery Ward
• Permanent, Part-time 64 hour’s per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Team-Oriented Environment – Collaborate with passionate professionals in a supportive and diverse workplace.

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

As a Registered Nurse in our General and Vascular Surgery Ward, you will deliver high-quality, compassionate care to patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include pre- and post-operative care, wound management, pain control, and collaborating closely with surgeons and allied health professionals to ensure excellent patient outcomes.

This is a dynamic and rewarding role that will allow you to work in a fast-paced surgical environment, expand your clinical skills, and be part of a team that truly makes a difference.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our surgical ward team is a dedicated group of professionals who are passionate about delivering high-quality surgical care in a supportive and inclusive environment. You'll be part of a collaborative and knowledgeable team where ongoing learning and development are encouraged.

Hawke’s Bay offers excellent work-life balance, sun, beaches, exceptional outdoor adventures, great schools, mountains and skiing close by, wonderful food and stunning wineries, vibrant cities and plenty more to boast about. For more information on living and working in Hawke’s Bay click HERE

About you

You are a compassionate and clinically competent Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment and is committed to delivering excellent patient care. You’ll be someone who demonstrates resilience, adaptability, and a proactive approach to challenges.

Your ability to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team while maintaining a high standard of care will be key to your success in this role. You are confident in your clinical judgement, calm under pressure, and always focused on the needs of your patients and their whānau.

You will also bring:

• A current New Zealand Registered Nurse Annual Practising Certificate
• Recent experience in an acute, surgical, or hospital-based setting (or strong interest in surgical nursing with a willingness to learn)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong therapeutic relationships
• Strong assessment, planning, and prioritisation skills, with a focus on safe, evidence-based practice
• A commitment to culturally safe care and an understanding of Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, with a genuine desire to support equitable outcomes for Māori
• A team-focused attitude and a passion for continuous improvement and professional development

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 review the position profile, click HERE To apply please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers’ portal. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Alison Olsen via email on alison.olsen@hbdhb.govt.nz

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