Registered Nurse - Relief Team

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay; Hawke's Bay; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital is seeking Registered Nurse relief team members for two permanent/part-time positions. You will provide high-quality nursing care across diverse clinical areas and support safe, compassionate healthcare delivery.

The role offers variety, teamwork, and opportunities to develop clinical skills while rotating across wards and specialties within the hospital. A commitment to delivering equitable care is essential.

Qualifications

• Current Nursing Council of New Zealand registration and a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong time management, prioritisation and organisational skills.
• IV certification/designation and a commitment to maintaining clinical competence.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, equitable health outcomes and patient-centred care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care across a range of clinical areas, supporting patients and whānau while contributing to safe, effective and compassionate healthcare delivery.
• Undertake comprehensive patient assessments and develop and implement care plans.
• Support positive patient outcomes and strengthen adaptability across wards and specialties.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care and safe staffing levels.

Job description

Registered Nurse - Relief Team Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital 2x Permanent /Part-Time positions available (1.6 FTE)

This is a fantastic opportunity to gain experience across a range of specialties, enhance your clinical skills, and enjoy the variety, flexibility and professional growth that comes with being part of a highly valued Relief Team.

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.

As a Registered Nurse Relief Team, you will provide high-quality nursing care across a range of clinical areas, supporting patients and whānau while contributing to safe, effective and compassionate healthcare delivery. This unique role offers variety and flexibility, allowing you to apply your clinical skills in different wards and specialties while responding to changing service needs across the hospital.

No two days are the same in the Relief Team. You will work alongside multidisciplinary teams, undertake comprehensive patient assessments, develop and implement care plans, and support positive patient outcomes. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your clinical experience, strengthen your adaptability, and build a diverse skillset within a supportive healthcare environment.

Our Relief Team provides flexible nursing support across clinical services at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital. The team plays an essential role in maintaining safe staffing levels and ensuring continuity of care, working collaboratively with wards and departments throughout the organisation.

As part of the Integrated Operations Centre, you'll join a supportive team that values professional development, teamwork and delivering exceptional patient care to the Hawke's Bay community.

We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Working at Health New ZealandHealth 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.

About you

• Current Nursing Council of New Zealand registration and a current Annual Practising Certificate.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong time management, prioritisation and organisational skills.
• IV certification/designation and a commitment to maintaining clinical competence.
• A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles, equitable health outcomes and patient-centred care.