Registered Nurse - Emergency Department

New Zealand Government; Whanganui; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Whanganui is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Emergency Department. The role supports fast-paced, acute care for both adult and paediatric patients, with rotating shifts and a strong emphasis on whānau-centred care and patient safety.

You will hold NZRN registration, have NZ work experience, and work effectively within a supportive ED team to deliver high-quality, compassionate care in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• You must have current New Zealand Nurse Registration.
• New Zealand work experience is required.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to work effectively within a skilled team.
• Excellent communication with patients, whānau, and colleagues.
• A commitment to delivering culturally responsive, whānau-centred 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality emergency nursing care to adults and paediatric patients.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary ED team to deliver timely care.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and patient safety initiatives.

Skills

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Ability to work under pressure

Whānau-centred care

Willingness to learn

Education

Current New Zealand Nurse Registration

Job description

Registered Nurse – Emergency Department Whanganui Hospital | Permanent Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

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.