Registered Nurse Emergency Department Nelson

New Zealand Government Joba; Nelson; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

The Nelson Hospital Emergency Department is seeking an NZ Registered Nurse for a fixed-term 6-month role (1.6FTE). You will work in a busy ED alongside a supportive team, delivering high-quality care across emergencies and acute presentations.

Applicants should hold a current NZNC practising certificate with post-registration ED or acute care experience and a collaborative, patient-centered approach. This community offers great lifestyle benefits and a family-friendly environment.

Qualifications

• NZ Registered Nurse with current NZNC practising certificate and post-registration nursing experience in ED or acute care.

Responsibilities

• Provide emergency department nursing care and clinical support.
• Collaborate with the ED team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Engage in ongoing learning and quality improvement within ED services.

Skills

Time management

Teamwork

Clinical assessment

Education

NZ Registered Nurse

Job description

RN Emergency Department Nelson Hospital

Fixed Term 6 months role 1.6FTE on offer, please state your preferred FTE in your cover letter.

ED or Acute Care post-registration experience is preferred.

So many outdoor activities and tracks close by. Very laid back, family orientated place to live.

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

You will never have an uneventful day in the Nelson Hospital ED! ED nursing uses all your skills and provides daily learning opportunities, with around 33,000 patient presentations per annum across the lifespan. We focus on excellent, quality care and are committed to improving the experience of patients and their whanau.

About the Team/Service/Location

Te Whatu Ora (Nelson Marlborough) is the main health provider for the Te Tau Ihu, the top of the south. Nearly 3,000 strong, we are Nelson's and Marlborough's largest employer, supporting the health and wellbeing of over 150,000 citizens across the region. Our main locations are Nelson and Wairau Hospitals, and the Richmond and Marlborough Health Hubs, but we are spread across the region and service all parts of the community. Our work can be challenging, but we are up for it. We have a great team, and we work hard to make a difference. We value integrity, innovation, respect and teamwork.

Exciting changes have taken place in our Emergency Department recently with a major refurbishment to meet the growing needs of our community. The redevelopment has increased bed capacity to 29 and introduced modern features designed to enhance patient care and staff wellbeing. Isolation bays with negative pressure and anterooms opened on 4 November 2025, marking the first milestone in this transformation. Additional improvements include dedicated mental health rooms, a welcoming whānau room, and expanded staff areas.

About you

You will be a NZ Registered Nurse with a current NZNC practising certificate and post-registration nursing experience in ED or acute care. You will also be a team player, who enjoys keeping up to date with clinical practice, with excellent organisational and timemanagement skills and a commitment to quality.

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.