Registered Nurse - Preadmissions - Fixed Term

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 65,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay is seeking a Registered Nurse in Preadmissions at Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital. The fixed-term, part-time role (0.8 FTE) focuses on preparing patients for surgery through assessments, education and coordinated care.

You will work with a multidisciplinary team to support patient safety and positive outcomes. We value culturally responsive care and ongoing professional development within a supportive healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical knowledge and compassionate patient care.
• Excellent communication with patients, whānau and the team.
• Commitment to safe, evidence-based nursing practice.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive nursing assessments for preadmission patients.
• Plan and coordinate care with multidisciplinary teams.
• Provide education to patients and whānau about procedures and care pathways.
• Support learning, quality improvement and safety initiatives within the service.

Skills

Clinical knowledge

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

Nursing registration

Job description

Registered Nurse - Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital

Fixed Term, Part - Time, 64 hours per fortnight (0.8FTE)

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

As a Registered Nurse in Preadmissions, you will play an important role in preparing patients for surgery by undertaking comprehensive nursing assessments, identifying health needs, planning care and ensuring patients are well informed before their procedure. You will provide evidence-based education and advice, helping patients and whānau make informed decisions and feel confident about their treatment journey. In this role, you will work closely with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, support patient safety and contribute to high quality clinical outcomes. You will have the opportunity to develop your professional practice, support the learning of others and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within a collaborative and supportive healthcare environment.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our team of dedicated nurses and healthcare professionals within the Preadmissions service work together to ensure patients are clinically prepared for surgery and receive safe, effective and patient centred care. We are committed to delivering high quality services that support positive experiences and outcomes for patients and their whānau. Based in Hastings, you will join a supportive team that values collaboration, professional development and clinical excellence. For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay clickHERE

About you

• As a Registered Nurse, you will bring strong clinical knowledge, excellent communication skills and a commitment to delivering safe and compassionate patient care.


• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate.


• At least three years of surgical ward or perioperative nursing experience.


• Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.


• Strong time management, organisational and digital literacy skills.


• Commitment to professional development, quality improvement and culturally responsive care.

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.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 3rd November 2026.