Enrolled Nurse

South Island - Canterbury Timaru and South Canterbury; Timaru; On-site; NZD 30,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – South Canterbury is seeking an Enrolled Nurse to join the Surgical Ward at Timaru Hospital. You will provide safe, patient‑centred nursing care under the direction of Registered Nurses within a collaborative multidisciplinary team.

This part‑time role (0.5 FTE, 20 hours per week) offers opportunities to contribute to quality initiatives, develop your clinical skills, and support positive outcomes for patients and whānau in a supportive South Canterbury setting.

Qualifications

• Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand (current Annual Practising Certificate).
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Collaborative and patient-centred approach to care.
• Sound clinical judgement and ability to work under pressure.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and quality improvement.
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable health outcomes for Māori.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, patient‑focused nursing care as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Support patients throughout the surgical journey in Timaru Hospital.
• Contribute to quality initiatives and continuous improvement within Surgical Services.

Skills

Nursing Registration

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Clinical judgement

Professional development

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Cultural safety (Te Tiriti)

Job description

• 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

• 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.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: 1160

Location:

South Island - Canterbury - Timaru and South Canterbury