Registered Nurse - Orthopaedic and Urology

New Zealand Government Joba; Wellington; Hybrid; NZD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley at Wellington Hospital invites experienced Registered Nurses to join Ward 6 North in a busy multi-specialty environment focusing on Orthopaedics and Urology.

We offer orientation, professional development, and a supportive team culture. This permanent, part-time role (0.7–0.8 FTE) is rostered and rotating, ideal for nurses recently completing their graduate year seeking broader clinical exposure.

Qualifications

• Registration with NZ Nursing Council is required.
• Current Annual Practising Certificate is required.
• Current NZ Work visa is required.
• Surgical nursing experience preferable.

Responsibilities

• Care for patients in a busy multi-specialty ward focusing on Orthopaedics and Urology.
• Provide high-quality nursing care in Ward 6 North and collaborate with the care team.
• Maintain patient safety and advocate for clinical excellence and professional development.

Skills

Clinical nursing skills

Job description

# Registered Nurse - Orthopaedic and Urology at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley, Wellington Hospital## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Location:** Wellington Regional Hospital**Contract:** Permanent, Part Time, 0.7- 0.8 FTE Rostered and RotatingHealth 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 looking for experienced Registered Nurses to work in our busy multi-specialty ward. You will have the opportunity to care for patients from Orthopaedic and Urology specialties. Preference will be given to applicants with experience in one of these specialties.**We can offer you*** An individualised orientation programme* Exceptional professional development opportunities including study days, post graduate programmes and leadership development.* Variety of nursing care* The opportunity to work in a large hospital providing tertiary level care for the region**About the Team/Service/ Location**Ward 6 North is a 36 bed multi-specialty ward. This service provides care for patients from both Orthopaedics and Urology specialties. Ward 6 North is a supportive team who a friendly and welcoming. On our ward, we have Registered Nurses, Enrolled Nurses, Senior Nurses and Health Care Assistants who work collaboratively to provide the best health outcomes for patients.**About you**The successful applicant will have sound clinical nursing skills, a strong patient focus, and enthusiasm for working in a team. You will be passionate about nursing clinical excellence, innovation and professional development. This role is suitable for a Registered Nurse who has recently completed their graduate year.**Requirements:*** Registration with NZ Nursing Council* Current Annual Practicing Certificate* Current NZ Work visa* Surgical nursing experience preferable**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.How to ApplyTo apply please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal/ If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail]***We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.***## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Capital, Coast & Hutt Valley || Location: | Wellington Hospital || Position type: | Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 29-Sep-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 13-Oct-2026 || Reference: | NM210-26 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | https://www.ccdhb.org.nz/ |