Registered Nurse

Southern Cross Healthcare; Wellington; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wellington, New Zealand, is seeking a compassionate Registered Nurse to join their team. This full-time role involves supporting doctors across Urology, Gynaecology, and General Surgery. Candidates should possess a current New Zealand RN practising certificate and have a minimum of two years' clinical experience. The organization offers a competitive remuneration package, a comprehensive wellbeing program, and a supportive environment focused on high-quality patient care.

Benefits

Attractive remuneration package

Relocation allowance

Employee referral bonus scheme

Comprehensive wellbeing programme

Flexible working arrangements

Discounts from a range of partners

Qualifications

• Must maintain a current NZ RN practising certificate.
• 2+ years of experience in surgical outpatient settings preferred.
• Ability to adapt to changing clinic needs and manage patient lists.

Responsibilities

• Support doctors during clinics and coordinate patient lists.
• Respond to patient queries effectively.
• Deliver safe and high-quality care.

Skills

Current New Zealand Registered Nurse practising certificate

Minimum of two years' clinical experience

Ability to work flexibly across multiple specialties

Strong clinical assessment and coordination skills

Excellent communication skills

Previous experience in private healthcare

Job description

About the hospital

Southern Cross Wellington Hospital is a private surgical hospital and integrated, purpose‑built specialist consulting centre. Originally established in 1992, the hospital currently includes day procedure facilities, five operating theatres and a modern intensive care unit. Specialities include orthopaedic surgery, major spinal surgery, neurosurgery, upper gastrointestinal surgery, general surgery, colorectal surgery, gynaecology, urology, and ophthalmology. We provide excellent peri‑operative services to over 5,000 patients annually across a range of ages.

About the role

We are looking for a compassionate and professional Registered Nurse to join our team in a full‑time role, Monday to Friday. This is a dynamic position that spans Urology, Gynaecology, and General Surgery, offering variety and the opportunity to work closely with medical specialists in a patient‑focused environment.

Reporting to the Practice Manager, you’ll play a key role in supporting doctors during clinics, coordinating patient lists, and responding to patient queries. The role combines clinical care with administrative responsibilities, requiring someone who is organised, adaptable, and confident working across multiple specialties.

You’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to delivering safe, high‑quality, and culturally sensitive care. Your ability to build therapeutic relationships, communicate effectively, and maintain resilience in a fast‑paced setting will be essential.

Skills and experience

• Current New Zealand Registered Nurse practising certificate
• Minimum of two years’ clinical experience, ideally within surgical outpatient settings such as Urology, Gynaecology, or General Surgery
• Ability to work flexibly across multiple specialties and adapt to changing clinic needs
• Strong clinical assessment and coordination skills, including managing patient lists and supporting consultations
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, can‑do attitude
• Previous experience in private healthcare is an advantage

What we can offer you

• Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package, relocation allowance, and employee referral bonus scheme.
• Health & Wellbeing: A comprehensive wellbeing programme and generous Christmas/New Year breaks.
• Flexibility & Growth: Flexible working arrangements and a Nursing Council of New Zealand‑approved PDRP.
• Perks & Community: Discounts from a range of partners and the opportunity to join our Employee Rainbow Network.

Our Organisation

At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:

• Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
• Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
• Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best.

We’re proud to bring together over 4,000 skilled professionals—including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians—working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health experts. Together, we’re one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most trusted healthcare providers. Driven by a strong ‘for purpose’ ethos, we think beyond financial quarters—planning for generations to come.

Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion

We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.

Contact

If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at [e-mail] for a confidential conversation.

Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora

Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.