Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

Te Whatu Ora; Manawatū-Whanganui; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Whanganui is seeking a Registered Nurse for our Emergency Department on a permanent basis. The ED cares for adult and paediatric patients with trauma, medical and surgical presentations in a fast-paced, rostered environment.

You will join a multidisciplinary team delivering high-quality, compassionate acute care and supporting whānau-centred goals. NZ registration, NZ work experience, and commitment to continual learning are essential.

Qualifications

• Current NZ Nurse Registration.
• NZ work experience.
• Strong organisational skills and teamwork.
• Excellent communication with patients, whānau and colleagues.
• Commitment to delivering culturally responsive care.
• Willingness to learn and develop skills.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to whānau-centred, compassionate acute patient care.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Communication skills

Cultural responsiveness

Lifelong learning

Work under pressure

Continuous improvement

Whānau care

NZ work experience

Education

NZ Nurse Registration

Job description

Health 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

Whanganui Hospital's Emergency Department is seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Registered Nurse to join our ED nursing team on a permanent basis.

Our combined department cares for both adult and paediatric patients and sees a diverse range of trauma, medical, and surgical presentations. This creates a dynamic, fast-paced environment where no two days are the same. The successful applicant will work rostered and rotating shifts and contribute to high‑quality, compassionate emergency care.

If you are a Registered Nurse with a positive attitude, strong clinical capability, and a passion for acute care in a team-based environment, we would love to hear from you.

About the Team

Our multidisciplinary Emergency Department team works collaboratively to provide patient‑and whānau‑centred care to our community. We bring professionalism, teamwork, and a supportive attitude to every shift.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a hardworking, motivated, and encouraging team of health professionals committed to delivering excellent acute care.

About You

You must have:

• Current New Zealand Nurse Registration
• New Zealand work experience
• Strong organisational skills, good work ethic and the ability to work effectively within a skilled team
• Excellent communication skills with patients, whānau, and colleagues
• A commitment to delivering optimal, safe, and culturally responsive care
• A willingness to continue learning and developing skills
• The ability to work well under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• A strong focus on continuous improvement and high-quality service delivery
• A commitment to whānau-centred, compassionate acute patient care

Why Choose Whanganui?

Imagine finishing work and within 10 minutes being home, walking along the beach, paddling the Whanganui River or enjoying one of New Zealand's thriving arts communities.

Whanganui offers an exceptional lifestyle with affordable housing, excellent schools, short commute times and easy access to both Wellington, New Plymouth or Ruapehu. Whether you're looking for more time with family, outdoor adventure, or a better work-life balance, Whanganui offers the opportunity to build both your career and your lifestyle.

Joining our team means becoming part of a close-knit hospital where your ideas are valued, your leadership is visible, and you have the opportunity to make a real difference every day.

Working at Health New Zealand

Health 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 serve our communities. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

If you are looking for a leadership opportunity where you can grow professionally while enjoying an outstanding quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.

Location:

North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - Whanganui