Registered Nurse - Interventional Radiology

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Waikato; Waikato; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

KiwiSaver contributions

On call allowances

Professional development and wellness支

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Waikato is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Interventional Radiology (IR) team in Waikato. You will deliver compassionate care during procedures where patients are often awake, provide direct patient support, medication management, and procedural assistance in a dynamic, hands-on environment.

The IR department operates Monday to Friday, with an on-call roster for after-hours cases.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years nursing in a tertiary hospital.
• Experience in theatre or acute care is an asset.
• Experience with sedation and managing deteriorating patients.

Responsibilities

• Patient safety and monitoring
• Circulating role

Skills

Nursing experience

Communication

Time management

On-call readiness

Education

NZ Nursing Registration

Job description

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Registered Nurse - Interventional Radiology

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora - Waikato – Waikato District, North Island

• Permanent, full time - 80 hours per fortnight
• Join the forefront of innovation! Interventional Radiology is a dynamic, ever-evolving specialty that puts your nursing skills at the heart of cutting‑edge patient care
• Comprehensive orientation tailored to your individual needs and ongoing opportunities to develop and extend your skills

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

The Interventional Radiology (IR) department offers an exceptional opportunity to enhance your nursing practice in a dynamic, hands‑on environment. As an IR nurse, you will be actively involved in procedures where patients are often conscious, making your role in delivering compassionate, participatory care essential. Youll draw on a wide range of nursing skills, including direct patient support, medication management, and procedural assistance, all while helping ensure a calm and positive experience for patients throughout their treatment.

Our department operates Monday to Friday, 08001630 hrs, and all team members participate in an on‑call service for after‑hours cases (including weekends).

We are seeking a motivated individual who is enthusiastic about Interventional Radiology, eager to learn, and committed to collaborative teamwork, as we work closely with doctors and MITs. A strong focus on patient‑centred care and the ability to participate in the on‑call roster are essential.

Key responsibilities:

• Patient safety and monitoring
• Circulating role

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the Nursing and Midwifery Collective Agreement. Additional benefits include KiwiSaver contributions (if eligible), on call allowances, professional development and wellness support.

About the Team/Service

Our nursing and multidisciplinary team is dynamic, flexible, and highly supportive. We work collaboratively to deliver high‑quality, patient‑centred care to individuals across the region. Interventional Radiology supports all medical specialties and performs a diverse range of minimally invasive procedures, guided by advanced imaging technologies such as X‑ray, fluoroscopy, ultrasound, and CT. We wear protective lead gowns. Most procedures are performed with patients awake or under light sedation, making compassionate, hands‑on care an essential part of our approach. We pride ourselves on being a close‑knit team where every member is respected, valued, and plays a vital role in delivering exceptional care.

About you

Required skills & experience you will need to be considered for this role:

• Minimum of 3 years nursing experience in a tertiary hospital
• Experience in theatre or acute care considered an asset, along with experience with sedation and managing the deteriorating patient
• Excellent communication and time management skills
• Strong quality focus
• Ability to work effectively in a fast paced and technically complex environment
• Ability to participate in an on‑call roster 24/7
• Enthusiastic, highly motivated and dynamic individual
• Current NZ Nursing Registration and ready to start immediately

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kendra Corey at ************@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.