Perioperative Department Location – Whakatane + Free onsite parking Fixed Term contract up until August 2025 – 1.0 FTE Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods Join Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora at a key time of change where you will meaningfully contribute to our kaupapa of creating a more equitable, accessible, cohesive, and people-centred health system. This is mahi that will improve the health and well-being of everyone in Aotearoa, and we've got an opportunity for you to be part of it.
He Korero mo te turanga - About the Role Are you an experienced Registered Nurse seeking an exciting and fulfilling opportunity? Look no further! Our amazing Perioperative team encourages you to become part of our dedicated Theatre Nursing Team on a full-time, fixed term working 1.0 FTE (40 hours per week) based at Whakatane hospital.
Join a team committed to excellence in patient care, set within state-of-the-art operating theatres. Our department delivers top-tier services across acute/trauma and elective care, ensuring that every day brings new challenges and rewards. Here your skills won't just be valued – they'll be celebrated as you contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and compassionate care.
We are looking for a passionate and skilled Registered Nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. This offers the opportunity to work alongside highly experienced professionals, advance your skills, and make a meaningful impact in patients' lives.
He korero mou - About You Success in this role requires a skilled Theatre Nurse with recent experience and a strong commitment to providing high-quality care to patients undergoing both acute and elective surgical procedures.
The ideal candidate will bring:
Recent Theatre experience Current Annual Practicing Certificate A passion for quality care and the ability to support patients through diverse surgical journeys, from acute to planned care Curious to learn more? Click on the following link below to preview a short clip and get a glimpse into our Perioperative team in action! Mo Tatou – About Us Situated in the sunny eastern coast of New Zealand's North Island, the Bay of Plenty really is just that, offering vast golden sand beaches, bush clad mountains, lush farmlands and more. Its pleasant climate means that the area has become a favourite for holiday makers, retirees and those looking for a different lifestyle outside of the main cities.
Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand, Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatane. We serve a population of approximately 308,000 for the major population centres of Tauranga, Katikati, Te Puke, Whakatane, Kawerau and Opotiki. Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4500 staff.
Ko o tatou painga – Our Benefits In-house professional development Flexible working practices (e.g., We support work life balance and flexible work arrangements whenever possible) Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference! Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership Free flu vaccinations Free onsite parking Discounts (with local businesses) To matou whakahaere ki te tika, te rereketanga, me te whai wahi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion Our name, Te Whatu Ora, means 'the weaving of wellness'. Whatu is the combining together of people, resources, organisations, thoughts and actions for the betterment and wellbeing of all. Whatu is also a direct reference to the pupil of the eye, and the vision required of the new entity and system.
At Health New Zealand – Te Whatu Ora we acknowledge and respect our people's diversity and spiritual needs, ensuring a safe workplace that is a whanau orientated and supportive environment. We are working towards a system that better meets the complex demands of a growing population, addresses the persistent inequalities experienced by Maori and ensures greater access, experience, and outcomes for those traditionally not well served by the system – Maori, Pacific and Disabled People.
To turanga i roto i Te Whatu Ora | Your place in Te Whatu Ora When you join us, you become part of transforming the health system. This is a once in a life-time change, that will touch the lives of everyone in Aotearoa, and future generations. We want to see the real you in your application and welcome the real you on board if you come and work with us. Skills are gained across many areas of our life, not just in formal employment. If you can demonstrate the skills listed in the ad, but the experience was gained through whanau life, community or mahi aroha (volunteering) we encourage you to apply and share your story with us in your cover letter.
We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.
Me pehea te tuku tono - How to Apply You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click "APPLY NOW." For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.
Due to this position having contact with children and Te Whatu Ora Hauora a Toi Bay of Plenty commitment to child protection, you will be subject to 'safety checks' under the Children's Act at the time of hire and thereafter as per the relevant legislation.
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Location Whakatane
Work Type Temporary Full Time
FTE 1
Closing Date 25/11/2024
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