Registered Nurse - Renal (Fixed term 10/26-04/27)

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Tai Tokerau; Northland; On-site; NZD 63,000 - 81,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Kawakawa, Northland, invites applications for a Registered Nurse to join the Renal Service at Bay of Islands Hospital. This part-time role (0.9FTE, 36 hours/week) sits within a supportive rural team and offers renal haemodialysis experience with comprehensive training and development.

The position supports care across outpatient, inpatient and community settings, with ongoing education and strong multidisciplinary collaboration.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with current practicing certificate.
• Minimum 2 years post-graduate clinical experience.
• Renal or haemodialysis experience is desirable but not essential; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, high-quality haemodialysis care to patients.
• Work with a multidisciplinary team across outpatient, inpatient and community settings.
• Support ongoing professional development and training within the Renal Service.

Skills

Team collaboration

Willingness to learn

Education

Registered Nurse with current practicing certificate

Postgraduate renal/haemodialysis qualification (desirable)

Job description

Registered Nurse - Renal ServiceBay of Islands Hospital Kawakawa Mid North, Northland

Join a supportive, specialist rural healthcare team where your skills, wellbeing and professional development matter.

Part-time position working 36 hours per week (0.9FTE) for a fixed period to 4 April 2027

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

We are looking for a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Renal Service team in the beautiful Bay of Islands.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop specialist renal nursing skills while enjoying the lifestyle and community connection that rural Northland offers. Whether you already have renal experience or are looking to grow into a specialist area, we offer a supportive learning environment with comprehensive training and ongoing professional development.

As part of our Renal Service, you will provide safe, high-quality hemodialysis care to patients across the Mid North region. You will work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team delivering coordinated care across outpatient, inpatient and community settings.

The role offers:

• Opportunities to develop specialist renal and hemodialysis skills
• Supportive orientation and training program
• Access to ongoing education and postgraduate development
• A collaborative and experienced multidisciplinary team
• Meaningful patient relationships and continuity of care
• Variety across renal sub-specialties and care settings

At Bay of Islands Hospital, we value teamwork, professional growth and work-life balance. We understand the importance of creating a positive workplace where staff feel supported, connected and valued.

We are committed to supporting and retaining our staff through, professional development opportunities, supportive leadership and team culture, specialist training pathways and meaningful rural healthcare work.

About the Location

Located in Kawakawa, Bay of Islands Hospital provides healthcare services to the people of the Bay of Islands and the Mid North communities.

The hospital is a 20-bed facility providing comprehensive medical and paediatric services supported by a wide range of clinical teams.

This is an ideal opportunity for nurses seeking both professional fulfilment, to grow your career and maintain lifestyle balance.

About you

Essential Requirements

• Registered Nurse/Registered Comprehensive Nurse with current practicing certificate
• A minimum 2 years post graduate clinical experience
• Enjoys working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
• Is committed to ongoing learning and professional development
• A commitment to work towards accomplishment of Competent PDRP level
• Previous renal or haemodialysis experience and a postgraduate qualification is desirable but not essential. Full training and support will be provided for the right candidate.

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.