Aged Care Nurse

RWR Health; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 128,943,000 - 140,515,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekend allowance

Night shift allowance

Professional development

Career progression

Supportive leadership

Job summary

RWR Health in Christchurch is seeking a Registered Nurse to join a modern 144-bed aged care facility. The role covers both Rest Home and Hospital levels, with support from a clinical team and strong leadership.

You will deliver nursing care, complete assessments, administer medications, and work across shifts with flexible rosters. The position offers 32–40 hours per week, salary $45–$49/hour, and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Current NZ Registered Nurse registration with APC.
• Experience in NZ aged care setting preferred.
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate, person-centred nursing care.
• Complete comprehensive assessments, care plans, and documentation.
• Administer medications and monitor residents' health.
• Provide clinical guidance to caregivers.
• Collaborate with GPs and multidisciplinary team.
• Maintain compliance with NZ aged care standards.
• Contribute to quality improvement and team culture.

Skills

Nursing

Communication

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Education

NZ Registered Nurse (APC)

Job description

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Registered Nurse | Aged Care | Christchurch | $45–$49/hr | Salary Negotiable
Looking for a rewarding Registered Nurse role where you'll be supported, valued, and have the opportunity to make a genuine difference every day?

We're partnering with a respected aged care provider in Christchurch to recruit a Registered Nurse to join their experienced clinical team at a modern 144-bed care home. With strong leadership, excellent clinical systems, and a collaborative team culture, this is a fantastic opportunity to build your career in a supportive environment where quality care comes first.
About the Role This purpose-built facility provides Rest Home and Hospital level care, along with a dedicated 16-bed Younger Person with Disabilities (YPD) service.

Working across both the Rest Home and Hospital services, you'll deliver high-quality, person-centred nursing care while collaborating with experienced Clinical Managers, fellow Registered Nurses, caregivers, GPs, and the wider multidisciplinary team.

The residents are split between two floors:
Floor 1: Hospital level of care with 80 residents. Nursing ratio is 3 x AM, 3xPM, 1 xEve
Floor 2: Around 65 rest home incl 16 YPDs. Nursing ratio is: 2 x AM, 1xPM, 1xEve

This is a permanent position offering 32–40 hours per week, with a mix of morning, afternoon, and night shifts. The roster offers flexibility where possible to support a healthy work-life balance.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, compassionate, person-centred nursing care.
• Complete comprehensive clinical assessments, care plans, and documentation.
• Administer medications and monitor residents' health and wellbeing.
• Provide clinical guidance and support to caregivers.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, GPs, and allied health professionals.
• Maintain compliance with New Zealand aged care standards and best practice.
• Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and a positive team culture.

What's on Offer

• $45–$49 per hour, with salary negotiable for the right candidate.
• Permanent position offering 32–40 hours per week.
• Weekend allowance of $1.25 per hour.
• Night shift allowance of $10 per shift worked.
• Supportive leadership and experienced clinical management team. 2 Clinical managers and Facility manager who has RN status.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Modern, well-equipped facility with excellent clinical systems.

About You

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• Current New Zealand Registered Nurse registration with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Nursing Council of New Zealand registration and the legal right to work as a Registered Nurse in New Zealand.
• Previous Registered Nurse experience in a New Zealand aged care setting.
• Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A compassionate, resident-focused approach to care.
• The ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.