Registered Nurse, Renal Unit

JobSpace; New Plymouth; On-site; NZD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is seeking a Renal Haemodialysis Registered Nurse to join our dedicated team in New Plymouth. The role is 0.8 FTE with 8-hour shifts, scheduled Monday to Saturday (0630–1500 and 1030–1900).

You will work within the Renal Unit alongside nephrology professionals, delivering patient-centered care, monitoring dialysis treatment, and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. New graduates considered; a supportive preceptorship will be provided.

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with NZ registration or eligibility.
• Experience in haemodialysis and/or peritoneal dialysis preferred.
• Commitment to quality and patient care.
• Ability to work 8-hour shifts and weekends.
• Strong communication and teamwork across the renal team.

Responsibilities

• Provide haemodialysis care to patients.
• Collaborate with renal team and consultants.
• Monitor and operate dialysis equipment ensuring safety.
• Document care and carry out nursing duties per protocols.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Haemodialysis

Peritoneal dialysis

Team player

NZ Drivers Licence

Education

Bachelor of Nursing (RN)

Tools

Dialysis Machines

Job description

Jora New Zealand will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

0.8 FTE in total - Rostered shifts Monday- Saturday

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

An exciting opportunity to join the haemodialysis renal team has become available, and applications are invited from Registered Nurses to fill this position. The successful candidate would be required to work 8-hour shifts between Monday and Saturday. The two shifts are 0630 1500 & 1030-1900.

About the Team/Service/Location

The position is located in the Renal Unit, and you will be working alongside a team haemodialysis and peritoneal Registered Nurses, Renal Consultant, Nurse Practitioner & Administration Teams. The Renal Unit is a standalone state of the art specialist renal facility that was purpose built and opened in 2021.

About You

As a Renal Registered Nurse working in the Haemodialysis Unit, we are looking for someone with the following skills and attributes.

• Registered Nurse with experience & knowledge in both Peritoneal and Haemodialysis or would be suitable position for a New Graduate Nurse.
• A commitment to quality and excellence, with a proven ability to contribute to process improvement.
• Experience in problem solving, priority setting and planning.
• Ability to self-evaluate and reflect on practice
• Ability to safely use technical dialysis equipment and tools
• Preceptorship skills and experience
• The ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and develop relevant networks.
• Ability to calmly manage challenging situations and behaviours
• The ability to work with and be an effective team member
• NZ Drivers Licence

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.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday 20 September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact ************@tdhb.org.nz.

Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position.