Registered Nurses - Ward 3 Surgical

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Dunedin Hospital
• Salary band - $81,000 - $106,000 p.a pro-rata and KiwiSaver
• 1 FTE/80 hours per fortnight
• Fixed-term parental leave cover until 19/7/2026

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 currently have a vacancy within our ENT/Neurosurgery area within our excellent surgical ward.

Strongly supported by a tight knit team, you will enjoy working in a unit that strives for excellence in clinical services and exemplifies the team-based model of care.

Ward 3 Surgical is a recently formed and refurbished 54-bed specialist surgery ward, additionally covering:

• Acute and Elective Orthopaedics
• Neurology
• Rheumatology
• Ophthalmology
• Maxillofacial areas.

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About you

The successful applicant will:

• have current surgical nursing experience in ENT/Neurosurgical
• be able to demonstrate resilience
• be open and willing to up-skill as required
• be an outstanding team player
• have the energy and drive to make a positive difference with both patients and colleagues alike
• be a confident communicator with a friendly demeanour
• be someone who values 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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the RN Pay Scale, between Step 2 $81,683 and Step 7 $106,739 p.a pro-rata dependent on relevant experience.

How to apply

To apply please click "apply now". All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by Sunday, 13 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury at ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.