Senior Nursing
Great location at Tauranga Hospital Part
- time - 0.5 FTESubsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goodsHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.About the RoleReady to take your critical care expertise to a system-wide level?
This part-time role working 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week) is ideal for senior nurses with a background in ICU or HDU who are ready to lead early clinical intervention across a diverse inpatient setting.Operating 24/7, the ICU Outreach team provides rapid response and clinical expertise across adult, paediatric, maternity, and mental health wards.
The role involves identifying and managing deteriorating patients, support medical emergency responses, and offering education and guidance to the wider nursing and multidisciplinary teams.With 12-hour shifts- including weekends and nights, flexibility is essential.
In return, you will gain exposure to high-acuity presentations, work in a dynamic and collaborative environment, and directly contribute to improving patient outcomes and service development.About the Team/Service/ LocationOur ICU Outreach Service has been supporting ward-based care for over two years, becoming a trusted and essential resource across Tauranga Hospital.
You will join a respected team of clinicians committed to safe escalation, critical decision making, and system-wide clinical excellence.
All this in the stunning Bay of Plenty- where professional opportunity meets beachside living.Click here to learn more about the Bay of PlentyAbout youTo be successful in the role, you will be a calm, confident practitioner with a high level of critical thinking and a commitment to proactive, patient-focused care.
Supporting deteriorating patients and mentoring other staff brings out your leadership strengths, and you thrive in high-pressure situations.What you will bring:Current New Zealand Annual Practicing CertificateSignificant experience in critical care (ICU/HDU/acute response settings).Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills.Proven ability to educate, mentor, and collaborate across services.Flexibility to work 12-hour shifts including nights and weekends.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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.How to ApplyTo 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 11 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.