Registered Nurse - Endoscopy Pre-Assessment

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Tauranga is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Endoscopy Pre-Assessment team. You will be the clinical bridge for patients preparing for scheduled endoscopic procedures and provide advanced health assessments and education.

The role emphasizes autonomy within a tight-knit team, requires NZNC registration and at least two years' experience in surgical/endoscopy or outpatient settings, and supports professional development in the Pre-Assessment Clinic.

Qualifications

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practising Certificate.
• Minimum two years clinical experience in surgical/endoscopy/outpatient settings.
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication within a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to develop a PDRP portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced health assessments for endoscopy patients.
• Ensure patients are prepared safely for procedures.
• Provide pre-operative education to patients and whānau.
• Serve as the clinical bridge for PAC patients preparing for scheduled endoscopy procedures.

Skills

Clinical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Autonomy in practice

Patient education

Education

NZNC registration and APC

Job description

Registered Nurse - Endoscopy Pre-Assessment

• Located in Tauranga, a lively coastal city offering lifestyle balance and natural surroundings
• Permanent part-time opportunity - 0.8FTE / 32 hours per week
• Come join our vibrant, tight-knit team and play a vital role in delivering excellent care to our community every day

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

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join our dynamic, nurse-led Pre-Assessment Clinic (PAC) team with a focus on Endoscopy Pre-Assessment.

In this vital role, you will be the clinical bridge for patients preparing for scheduled endoscopic and planned care procedures. You will perform advanced clinical health assessments, ensure patients are safely prepared for their procedures, and provide critical education to patients and their whānau regarding pre-operative instructions.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Medical Day Stay and Endoscopy Unit is a dynamic, co-located service offering a shared staffing model. Our multidisciplinary team delivers high-quality diagnostic and infusion care, supporting patients with acute and long-term conditions. Cross-training and professional development are actively supported.

You are a clinically sharp, detail-oriented nurse who thrives on autonomy but loves working within a tight-knit team. You possess strong communication skills, an empathetic approach, and a desire to dismantle barriers to health equity.

What you will bring:

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Minimum of two years clinical experience, ideally within surgical, endoscopy, perioperative, or outpatient assessment environment
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and teamwork within a multidisciplinary environment
• Evidence of, or willingness to work toward a PDRP portfolio

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.