Enrolled Nurse

New Zealand Government Joba; Auckland; Hybrid; NZD 58,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern seeks an Enrolled Nurse to join the Surgical Ward at Timaru Hospital. You will provide safe, patient-centred nursing care as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team.

Registration with the Nursing Council of NZ and a current Annual Practising Certificate are required, with a commitment to equity and quality improvement. This part-time role offers excellent work-life balance in South Canterbury.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Experience in perioperative or surgical ward care is advantageous.
• Commitment to whānau-centred, evidence-based nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, patient-centred nursing care on the Surgical Ward.
• Collaborate with Registered Nurses and the multidisciplinary team.
• Support patients through the surgical journey and discharge planning.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical judgement

Team collaboration

Patient-centred care

Education

Enrolled Nurse qualification

Tools

Electronic Health Records

Nursing documentation systems

Job description

# Enrolled Nurse at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Canterbury## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role* Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – South Canterbury* Timaru Hospital* Part Time 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week) Surgical Services**Provide Compassionate Care and Make a Real Difference Every Day****Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.**About the Role**We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate Enrolled Nurse to join our Surgical Ward team at Timaru Hospital.As an Enrolled Nurse, you will provide safe, contemporary, patient-focused nursing care as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. Working alongside Registered Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Allied Health professionals, and medical staff, you'll play an important role in delivering high-quality care and supporting positive outcomes for patients and whānau.This varied role offers the opportunity to care for patients throughout their surgical journey, applying evidence-based practice, building therapeutic relationships, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement. You'll be encouraged to develop your skills, participate in quality initiatives, and contribute to a team committed to clinical excellence.**About the Team / Service / Location**Surgical Services at Timaru Hospital provides care to a diverse range of patients across South Canterbury. You'll join a collaborative and supportive ward environment where teamwork, professional development, and patient-centred care are highly valued.Located in the heart of South Canterbury, Timaru offers an outstanding lifestyle with affordable housing, excellent schools, short commute times, and easy access to beaches, lakes, mountains, skiing, hiking, cycling, and other outdoor pursuits. It is the ideal place to enjoy a rewarding career while maintaining genuine work-life balance.**About You**To be successful in this role, you will have:· Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate· Strong communication and interpersonal skills· A collaborative and patient-centred approach to care· Sound clinical judgement and the ability to work effectively under pressure· A commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous quality improvement· The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team· A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable health outcomes for Māori**Working for Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.**Salary Range**This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the relevant collective agreement and the salary will be in accordance with the applicable pay scale and dependent on experience.**How to Apply**Please apply for this vacancy online via the Health NZ Careers website.If you have any questions regarding this role, please contact Becky Allen at [e-mail] you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as we may commence recruitment before the closing date once suitable applications are received.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern || Location: | Canterbury || Position type: | Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 23-Sep-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 02-Oct-2026 || Reference: | 1160 || Attachment: | No File Attached |