Registered Nurse - Orthopaedics

Te Whatu Ora - Health New Zealand; Tauranga; On-site; NZD 42,000 - 66,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Tauranga is seeking an experienced nurse for a permanent part-time role in the Orthopaedic Ward. The 46-bed ward supports acute and elective orthopaedic patients with a mix of medical cases, on a 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) schedule across a Monday-Sunday roster.

The ideal candidate brings post-op, trauma, and rehabilitation nursing experience, and works well in a fast-paced multidisciplinary team dedicated to excellent patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate.
• Recent acute nursing experience (orthopaedic, surgical, rehab, or medical preferred).
• Excellent communication skills and clinical judgement.
• Flexibility to work rostered rotating shifts, including nights and weekends.
• A commitment to continuous learning and equitable care.

Responsibilities

• Provide post-operative recovery and orthopaedic care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to plan and deliver patient-centred care.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort and timely recovery milestones.
• Participate in rotating shifts including nights and weekends.

Skills

NZNC registration

Annual Practicing Certificate

Acute nursing

Communication skills

Flexibility

Job description

• Work where others like to holiday enjoy the golden beaches, hip cafes, and a stunning coastal lifestyle in Tauranga
• Perfect for experienced Nurses seeking variety in acute post-op, trauma, and medical care

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

This permanent part-time position working 0.6 FTE (24 hours per week) is based in the 46-bed Orthopaedic Ward at Tauranga Hospital. The ward provides care to both acute and elective orthopaedic patients, with a smaller number of medical patients. Morning, afternoon, and night shifts are worked across a Monday to Sunday roster. Clinical experience will span post-op recovery, trauma, general medical, and rehabilitation.

Our dedicated Orthopaedic team is fast-moving, supportive, and passionate about patient outcomes. With a strong multidisciplinary focus, the ward promotes ongoing development, teamwork, and the kind of camaraderie that gets you through even the busiest of days.

Confident under pressure and committed to providing exceptional care, the preferred candidate thrives in a team environment and brings a calm, capable presence to the ward. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys surgical nursing with a blend of complexity, variety, and meaningful recovery journeys.

What you will bring:

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Recent acute nursing experience (orthopaedic, surgical, rehab, or medical preferred)
• Excellent communication skills and clinical judgement
• Flexibility to work rostered rotating shifts, including nights and weekends
• A commitment to continuous learning and equitable care

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.