Registered Nurse - Medical Ward

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Beautiful Eastern Bay Lifestyle at Whakatāne Hospital
• 6-month Fixed Term – up to 1.9 FTE
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

Whakatāne Hospital is currently recruiting exceptional Registered Nurses to join our skilled and compassionate team in the Medical Ward.  We currently have two 6-month fixed term positions available, working up to 0.9 FTE (36 hours per week).  Please indicate in your cover letter how many hours you would like to be considered for.

Our medical ward is a dynamic and rewarding environment that cares for a wide range of adult medical patients.  Here, every shift offers the chance to work across varied clinical presentations while being part of a close-knit team known for kindness, integrity, and collaborative care.  If you value continuity, diversity, and the opportunity to make a genuine impact on patients and their whānau, this is the role for you.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Based in the sunny Eastern Bay of Plenty, our medical ward reflects the community we serve – diverse, resilient, and connected.  The team is supportive, respectful, and committed to achieving excellent health outcomes.  You will be working alongside professionals who bring expertise, empathy, and a share purpose to every patient interaction. 

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About you

This role is suitable for a confident nurse with strong clinical judgement, a team-focused mindset, and a genuine commitment to holistic, culturally safe care.  You are an individual who listens, collaborates, and brings calm to complexity.

What you will bring: 

• Current NZ Nursing Registration with a current Annual Practicing Certificate
• At least two years of nursing or clinical experience
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A positive attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. 

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11:59pm on 6 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact BP-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz 

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.