Registered Nurse - Coronary Care Unit

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau; Northland; On-site; NZD 41,000 - 62,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau invites applications for a part-time Registered Nurse to join the Coronary Care Unit at Whangarei Hospital. The role is permanent, 32 hours per week with rostered shifts, based in Northland, offering opportunities to grow cardiology expertise within a supportive team.

You will work to deliver holistic, high-quality nursing care in line with Nursing Council standards, Te Whatu Ora policies, and multidisciplinary collaboration with cardiology

Qualifications

• New Zealand Registered Nurse with current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.
• Able to deal with clinical emergencies and provide patient education.
• Good communication skills.
• Postgraduate Certificate in Coronary Care Nursing or Coronary Care Nursing qualifications/experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic nursing care in the Coronary Care Unit.
• Collaborate with cardiology team to deliver high-quality care.
• Educate patients and families about their conditions and care plans.
• Contribute to ongoing professional development within the cardiology service.

Skills

Multidisciplinary teamwork

Clinical emergency handling

Patient education

Communication skills

Education

APC (Annual Practising Certificate)

Postgraduate Certificate in Coronary Care Nursing

Coronary Care Nursing qualifications/experience

Job description

Coronary Care Unit Cardiology Services, Whangarei HospitalAre you looking for a role where you can make a real difference while growing your expertise?Permanent, part-time role working 32 hours per week rostered shiftsHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and motivated Registered Nurse to work alongside our Cardiology team within the Coronary Care Unit at Whangarei Hospital.

We have a permanent position working part-time, 32 hours per week (rostered shifts).

As a Registered Nurse CCU, you will utilise professional knowledge and skill to provide a holistic approach to nursing care that is safe, of the highest quality possible and in accordance with:

• Te Whatu Ora policies
• Registered Nurse Scope of Practice
• Nursing Practice Standards
• Nursing Council of NZ Registered Nurse competencies
• Nursing Council code of conduct

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About the Team/Service/Location

Were seeking a passionate individual to join our friendly, specialised cardiology team based in Northland.

This is a unique opportunity to:

• Work in a close-knit, supportive environment where your contributions are truly valued.
• Expand your cardiology knowledge and develop professionally alongside experienced clinicians.
• Be part of a growing cardiology service, helping shape the future of cardiac care in the region.
• Enjoy the lifestyle benefits of living and working in stunning Northland, with its beautiful beaches, vibrant communities, and relaxed pace of life.

For more information on living and working in Northland, click here

About you

Essential Requirements

• New Zealand Registered Nurse with current Annual Practicing Certificate
• The ability to work within a multidisciplinary team
• Able to deal with clinical emergencies and sound patient education skills
• Good communication skills
• Post Graduate Certificate and Coronary Care Nursing Qualifications or experience are highly desirable

Working at Health New ZealandHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.