Registered Nurse - Maternity Unit

New Zealand Government; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 48,000 - 64,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Tauranga is seeking a Registered Nurse to join the Maternity Unit on a part-time 0.8 FTE basis. The role supports wāhine, pēpi and whānau across antenatal, birthing and postnatal care in a busy, midwife‑led environment.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team, including Midwives, Lead Maternity Carers and Obstetricians, to deliver culturally safe, whānau‑centred care across 24/7 rosters, fostering strong relationships and clinical excellence.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Nursing Council NZ registration and Annual Practising Certificate.
• Experience in acute or maternity-related nursing.
• Ability to work in a busy clinical environment.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• Commitment to culturally safe, whānau-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide nursing care across antenatal, birth, and postnatal stages within a midwife‑led service.
• Collaborate with Midwives, Lead Maternity Carers, Obstetricians and Lactation Consultants.
• Work within a busy maternity unit delivering responsive, team-based care.

Skills

Strong communication

Team collaboration

Culturally safe care

Flexibility with shifts

Education

Nursing qualification

Job description

Experience Tauranga, where a welcoming community, harbour setting, and easy access to the outdoors make it a great place to call home

Part-time position 0.8 FTE, working rostered shifts across a 24/7 serviceBring your nursing expertise to maternity care, supporting wāhine, pēpi and whānau through an important time in their lives

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

Bring your nursing experience to Tauranga Hospital's Maternity Unit, supporting wāhine, pēpi and whānau across antenatal, birthing and postnatal care. Working within a midwife-led service, you will contribute your nursing expertise while collaborating closely with Midwives, Lead Maternity Carers, Obstetricians and Lactation Consultants. This part-time opportunity offers varied clinical experience within a busy maternity environment where teamwork, responsive care and strong relationships are part of everyday practice.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Maternity Unit at Tauranga Hospital provides care around the clock, bringing together Midwives, Nurses and specialist maternity professionals to support women and whānau throughout their maternity journey. It is a collaborative environment where different areas of expertise come together naturally, with a shared focus on safe, culturally responsive and whānau-centred care.

About You

You are a Registered Nurse who is comfortable working in a busy clinical environment and genuinely enjoys being part of a close, multidisciplinary team. Calm and adaptable, you communicate well with wāhine and whānau and can respond confidently when care needs change. Experience in acute or maternity-related nursing will help you settle quickly into the role.

What you will bring

• Current Nursing Council of New Zealand registration and Annual Practising Certificate
• Recent acute care or maternity-related nursing experience
• Confidence working within a busy clinical environment
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to work collaboratively with Midwives and the wider multidisciplinary maternity team
• Commitment to culturally safe, respectful and whānau-centred care
• Flexibility to work rostered and rotating shifts across a 24/7 maternity service

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.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.