Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

New Zealand Government; Taranaki; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Free off-site parking

Subsidised hospital gym membership

Discounts with local businesses

Free Flu vaccinations

Job summary

New Plymouth Hospital in Taranaki is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. Permanent and fixed-term part-time positions are available across Monday to Sunday, with a dynamic team of doctors, nurse practitioners and educators supporting your development in emergency nursing.

The role offers exposure to a wide range of emergencies, ongoing training, and access to professional development in trauma, resuscitation, or triage.

Qualifications

• Emergency Department and/or acute care experience
• Current New Zealand Aotearoa nursing practicing certificate (APC)
• Desire to make a difference in the community
• A can do attitude
• Commitment to ongoing education to support excellence in emergency nursing
• Strong focus on patient assessment
• Experience training or developing others is beneficial

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency nursing care in a fast-paced ED
• Collaborate with doctors, nurse practitioners, and ED educators
• Assess, triage, and plan care for emergency presentations
• Contribute to ongoing professional development within the team

Job description

Registered Nurse Emergency Department New Plymouth Hospital, Perminant and fixed-term part time positions available.

About the Role

He kōrero mō te tūranga Do you want to join a dynamic, Innovative team in the emergency department at Taranaki Base hospital? If you have the enthusiasm for providing emergency nursing care in a well-supported environment, then this could be the place for you! We have Perminant and fixed-term positions available as a Registered Nurse in the Emergency department, working across Monday to Sunday. You will join a highly skilled, and supportive team who manage the unique variety of emergency situations presenting at our provincial hospital. This is an exciting environment in which to develop excellence in emergency nursing assessment and planning skills, with support of the emergency department staff. Our nursing team consists of nurse practitioners, clinical nurse specialists, an emergency department educator, and a clinical coach. In addition to the nursing support, we work closely alongside a team of senior and junior medical staff.

Benefits of the role

Ko o tatou painga

• A diverse and fast-paced environment with exposure to a wide range of medical conditions and emergencies.
• Professional development and growth with access to ongoing training and upskilling in emergency care with opportunities to specialize in areas like trauma, resuscitation, or triage.
• Supportive team environment working alongside experienced doctors, nurse practitioners, nurse specialists and educators.
• Free on-site and off-site parking.
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership
• Discounts (with local business)
• Free Flu vaccinations

We have an opportunity for a Registered Nurse to join the Emergency Department Nursing team that will offer a challenging and stimulating role within a well-supported environment

• Do you have a strong focus on patient assessment?
• Do you thrive on working in a fast paced ever changing environment?

About us

Mō Tātou Situated in the sunny west coast of the North Island, Taranaki Base Hospital is the largest hospital in the Taranaki region of New Zealand. Located in New Plymouth, it serves as the primary healthcare facility for the region, providing a wide range of medical and surgical services. The hospital is managed by the Health New Zealand - Taranaki and includes emergency, maternity, mental health, oncology, and specialist outpatient services. Equipped with modern medical technology and supported by a dedicated team of healthcare professionals, Taranaki Base Hospital also functions as a teaching hospital, offering training opportunities for medical students and healthcare trainees. The facility has undergone significant upgrades in recent years to enhance its infrastructure, improve patient care, and accommodate the growing healthcare needs of the region. Home to pristine walking tracks, world-class surf breaks, renowned art galleries and museums, an iconic mountain, and endless adventures waiting to be explored. For more information on living and working in Taranaki click here.

About you

Ke korero mōu Preferred candidates will have:

• Emergency Department and/or acute care experience
• If you dont have ED experience but have other transferable skills combined with a connection to the Western coast of Taranaki-Ngāmotu then we have a desire to train and grow our people
• A current New Zealand Aotearoa nursing practicing certificate (APC)
• Desire to make a difference in our community
• A can do attitude
• A commitment to ongoing education to support excellence in emergency nursing
• A strong focus on patient assessment

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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Thursday 22 October 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Therese Manning on Email: [e-mail] We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.