Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

New Zealand Government; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

The New Zealand Government is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department in the Hawke's Bay region. In this role, you will provide critical care to patients and their families, performing rapid assessments and delivering evidence-based interventions.

You will join a collaborative team at the Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital, where your skills in communication, teamwork, and adaptability will be crucial. This role welcomes applications from diverse candidates, supporting an inclusive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Experience applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice.
• A current PDRP portfolio is desired.
• Previous emergency or acute care experience.

Responsibilities

• Complete rapid assessments and deliver evidence-based interventions.
• Provide calm, effective care in high-pressure situations.
• Support patients and whānau through a wide range of presentations.

Skills

Strong teamwork

Communication skills

Time-management skills

Ability to perform well under pressure

Adaptability

Education

Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand

Valid Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse in our Emergency Department, you’ll be part of the frontline response for patients and whānau experiencing acute and urgent health needs. You’ll use your clinical expertise to complete rapid assessments, deliver evidence‑based interventions, and provide calm, effective care in high‑pressure situations. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team, adapting quickly to changing priorities, supporting patients and whānau through a wide range of presentations, and contributing to safe, high‑quality care.

About the Team/Service/Location

Our Emergency Department at Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital is a supportive, collaborative and experienced team of nurses, doctors, and allied health staff. We work together to deliver compassionate, timely and safe care, supported by strong nursing leadership and a culture that values learning, improvement and whanaungatanga.

About You

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate.
• Experience applying TeTiriti oWaitangi in practice.
• Strong teamwork, communication and time‑management skills.
• Ability to perform well under pressure and adapt to rapidly changing situations.

Desired

• A current PDRP portfolio.
• Previous emergency or acute care experience.
• CORE Advanced certification.

Working at Health NewZealand

Health NewZealand | TeWhatuOra is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of NewZealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and serve our community. We welcome applications from diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled and rainbow communities.