Job Description
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
- Greymouth - General Ward and Critical Care Unit
- Full time position working 40 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.
Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding role that combines Critical Care/ICU, Medical & surgical experience with the opportunity to develop skills in a rural hospital setting? Join our committed and supportive team on the West Coast and make a real impact in your community.
About the Role
We are looking for a Registered Nurse who ideally has experience within a high acuity environment such as ICU/CCU and who is motivated to expand their knowledge and skills and develop their career in this area of nursing. You will care for patients with diverse health needs, including cardiac, high dependency and intensive care cases. There will be opportunities and support for professional development and ongoing role development.
As a Registered Nurse working across the Critical Care Unit (CCU) and General Ward, you - ll use your nursing knowledge and clinical judgement to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for a diverse patient population. You'll work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, patient-centred care.
This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who thrives on variety and wants to broaden their experience while working in a rural hospital environment where every day is different.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality nursing care across a broad spectrum of Medical and Surgical patients, including critical care (CCU) and intensive care (ICU).
- Undertake comprehensive nursing assessments and develop integrated care plans.
- Support and guide Enrolled Nurses, Health Care Assistants, and junior staff.
- Ensure documentation meets professional and legislative standards (e.g. falls risk, family violence, pressure injury prevention).
- Contribute to the ongoing development of services and participate in quality initiatives and audits.
- Act as a professional role model, demonstrating cultural safety, evidence-based practice, and accountability.
- Collaborate with whānau, patients, and the wider health team to ensure holistic, person-centred care.
- Actively participate in interprofessional care planning, patient education, and discharge coordination.
About You
You are a compassionate, resilient, and adaptable nurse who is ready to embrace the challenges and rewards of rural healthcare. You have a passion for patient care and are confident in managing a range of clinical situations, including critically unwell patients.
Essential Criteria
- NZ Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
- Able to work within your scope of practice and committed to continuous professional development
- Minimum 5 years - post-registration experience
- Cultural competency training completed or willingness to undertake
- Ability to work with children and vulnerable populations
- Willingness to work towards (or currently hold) a Graduate Certificate in Nursing or relevant Postgraduate qualification
Desirable
- Previous experience in a senior or rural nursing role
- Current Professional Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP) portfolio
- Advanced computer literacy and confident use of clinical documentation systems
- Full, clean New Zealand driver - s licence (manual transmission capable)
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.
Health NZ West Coast is situated on the West Coast of New Zealand - s South Island. It is unmatched for the scale, diversity, and accessibility of its natural attractions, including rugged coastline, sandy beaches, rainforests, and some of the highest mountain peaks in the country. The region boasts robust tourism and primary production industries, which provide the backbone of the local economy. The town of Greymouth is central to Te Tai o Poutini West Coast and is located alongside the historically rich and picturesque Grey river.
Health NZ West Coast are proud of how we do things. We have a way of working that we consider unique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come from and working together as one. We are passionate about attracting, recruiting, and retaining talented people - to become part of our team.
How to Apply
To apply please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by 16th of March. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.