Registered Nurse - Endoscopy

South Island - Canterbury Timaru and South Canterbury; Timaru; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a motivated Endoscopy Registered Nurse for Timaru Hospital. You will deliver patient-centred care for endoscopic procedures and work with a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe, high-quality outcomes across the patient journey.

Applicants must be NZ- registered nurses with APC, and demonstrate commitment to evidence-based practice and Te Tiriti o Waitangi. This role offers ongoing professional development in a dynamic procedural environment.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Nursing Council of New Zealand registration.
• Current Annual Practising Certificate (APC) is required.
• Commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong organisational and time management skills; ability to remain calm in a fast-paced setting.
• Commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development.
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable health outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient-centred care for individuals undergoing endoscopic procedures.
• Work within a multidisciplinary team to support patient journeys through endoscopy.
• Deliver safe sedation-related care in accordance with protocols.
• Contribute to high-quality clinical outcomes and continuous improvement.
• Participate in development of specialist skills within the endoscopy setting.

Skills

Patient-centred care

Communication skills

Teamwork

Time management

Adaptability

Evidence-based practice

Calm under pressure

Sedation care

Education

Nursing Council registration (NZ)

APC (Annual Practising Certificate)

Postgraduate study in gastroenterology or procedural nursing

Job description

• Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – South Canterbury
• Timaru Hospital
• Supportive Multidisciplinary Team Environment
• Professional Development Opportunities

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

We are seeking motivated and enthusiastic Registered Nurses to join our Endoscopy team at Timaru Hospital.

As an Endoscopy Registered Nurse, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality care to patients undergoing diagnostic and therapeutic endoscopic procedures. Working within a multidisciplinary team, you will provide safe, patient-centred care throughout the patient journey, supporting individuals and their whānau while ensuring excellent clinical outcomes.

This role offers the opportunity to develop specialist skills within a dynamic procedural environment, working alongside experienced nursing, medical, and support teams. Whether you have previous endoscopy experience or are looking to expand your clinical expertise in this specialty area, we welcome applications from nurses who are passionate about delivering exceptional care and continuous improvement.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand
• A current Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• A commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• The ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• The ability to remain calm and adaptable in a fast-paced clinical setting
• A commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous professional development
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable health outcomes for Māori
• Experience caring for patients undergoing sedation and invasive procedures
• Postgraduate study relevant to gastroenterology, procedural, or specialty nursing practice

Working for Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.

The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.

Salary Range

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the NZNO Collective Agreement and the salary will be in accordance with the applicable pay scale and dependent on experience.

For further information regarding this role, please contact Becky Allen at [e-mail].

Applications will be reviewed as received and the recruitment process may commence before the closing date.

Job details

Job Reference:

Job Reference: 1179

Location:

South Island - Canterbury - Timaru and South Canterbury