Paediatric & Neonatal Nurse - 6-Month Fixed Term (0.8FTE)

Nelson Marlborough Health; Marlborough; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Nelson Marlborough Health invites experienced paediatric and neonatal nurses to join our combined department in Marlborough. You will care for neonates and children aged 0-16 in a small, well-equipped inpatient unit, supported by on-site paediatricians and allied health colleagues. This fixed-term 6-month role is 0.8FTE, offering opportunities for professional development and family‑centred care.

Qualifications

• You’ll be a NZ registered nurse with neonatal and/or paediatric experience and a passion for child health nursing.
• A minimum of two years acute paediatric and/or neonatal nursing experience in a New Zealand hospital is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide care in a combined paediatric and neonatal department.
• Care for neonates and children aged 0–16 in a well-equipped inpatient unit.
• Collaborate with paediatricians and allied health colleagues to deliver high-quality care.
• Support education and development through our paediatric/neonatal nurse educator.

Skills

Paediatric nursing

Neonatal care

Team collaboration

Patient advocacy

Education

NZ nursing registration

Job description

Nelson Marlborough Health invites experienced paediatric and neonatal nurses to join our combined department in Marlborough. You will care for neonates and children aged 0-16 in a small, well-equipped inpatient unit, supported by on-site paediatricians and allied health colleagues. This fixed-term 6-month role is 0.8FTE, offering opportunities for professional development and family‑centred care.