Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Ward

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Department: Medical Surgical Ward
Location: Wairarapa Hospital
Service: Acute Services

Contract: Part Time Fixed term

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 are looking for Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team in the Medical Surgical Ward. We have a fixed term part time position available working 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE) rostered rotating shifts, the reason for the fixed term position is to cover parental leave for up to 12 months

About our team/location

This is a combined ward caring for medical, general surgical, orthopaedic, gynaecology, urology and palliative patients. The ward is looking for new team members who have enthusiasm, team spirit and a willingness to learn.

The Wairarapa region offers a fantastic lifestyle for all. With quality schools, strong community spirit, great beaches, world class vineyards, mountain ranges and rivers, this is a place you can call home. Come and enjoy the great lifestyle the Wairarapa has to offer!

Wairarapa Hospital is based in Masterton, and is within two hours from both Hutt Hospital and Wellington Hospital. Daily rail services link Wairarapa with the Wellington region, including the International Airport and Inter-Island ferry connections.

Learn more about living in the Wairarapa region click Wairarapa

About you
  • It is essential that you hold a current Annual Practising Certificate with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
  • You will have a minimum of one years' post grad experience as a Registered Nurse.

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 Maori, 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 11.59pm 5 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact leeann.campbell@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

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