Registered Nurse - Post Anaesthetic Care Unitat Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern81,683 - 106,739
Registered Nurse
- Post Anaesthetic Care UnitSalary Band
- $81,000 - $106,000 p.a prorata + Kiwisaver Dunedin Hospital0.8 FTE / 64 hours per fortnightPermanent Vacancy 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 roleDevelop airway management skills and acquire acute pain management experience in this dynamic environment.We provide a comprehensive orientation and absolutely guarantee you'll learn new skills to complement your present skill set.Workload is Monday to Sunday inclusive and covered by a combination of rostered shifts and on-call We're a specialised unit providing post anaesthetic care to surgical patients.Our service covers both elective and acuteThoracic,Neurosurgical,ENT,Ophthalmology,Maxillofacial,Urology,General surgery,Vascular,Gynaecology,Orthopaedic,Paediatric surgical specialties.
We also care for procedures that occur outside of the theatre complex.
About usTe Whatu Ora- Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all the New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people in diverse communities.
We take pride in all the services we provide, and our aim is to improve, promote and protect the health of our region.
We believe that our dedicated and passionate staff are a significant driving force behind the achievement of these standards, and we need more like-minded people to help us continue providing for our community.About youCurrent registration with the New Zealand Nursing Council and a current APC, with the right to work in New ZealandPrevious PACU experience preferred, and will consider 2+ years relevant surgical experienceMust have critical assessment skills and able to make rapid decisions and prompt interventions.Confident in taking a step up in terms of clinical responsibility and able to work autonomously.Must be a team player and relates to colleagues in a highly professional and personable manner.
Working for Health New ZealandHealth 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 RangeThis 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 dependant on relevant experience.How to ApplyTo apply please click apply now.
All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal by 31 May 2026.If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury at ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nzWe will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.