Registered Nurse- Surgical

New Zealand Government Joba; Timaru; On-site; NZD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Southern is seeking a committed Registered Nurse to join the Timaru Hospital Surgical Ward on a fixed-term 0.9 FTE until April 2027. You will deliver safe, patient-centred nursing care in a supportive multidisciplinary environment and work closely with nurses, allied health and medical staff across the patient surgical journey.

Applicants should have NZ registration, APC, at least 12 months post-graduate surgical experience, strong clinical assessment and

Qualifications

• Registered Nurse with Nursing Council of NZ registration and active APC
• Minimum of 12 months post-graduate nursing experience
• Competency in surgical nursing practice
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Collaborative multidisciplinary team player
• Able to work under pressure and prioritise workload
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity in health outcomes

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, contemporary nursing care to patients in the surgical ward
• Collaborate with Enrolled Nurses, HCAs, Allied Health and medical staff
• Apply evidence-based practice throughout the patient journey
• Contribute to quality improvement and service initiatives within Surgical Services

Skills

Clinical assessment

Surgical nursing

Communication

Teamwork

Prioritisation under pressure

Evidence-based practice

Te Tiriti o Waitangi

Education

Registration with Nursing Council of New Zealand

Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

# Registered Nurse- Surgical at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern, Canterbury## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this roleHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora – South CanterburyTimaru HospitalFixed Term 0.9 FTE Until April 2027Surgical Services**Provide High-Quality Care and Make a Difference for Patients and Whānau****Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.**About the Role**We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our Surgical Ward team at Timaru Hospital on a fixed-term 0.9 FTE basis until April 2027.As a Registered Nurse, you will provide safe, contemporary, patient-focused nursing care within a supportive multidisciplinary environment. Working alongside Enrolled Nurses, Health Care Assistants, Allied Health professionals, and medical staff, you will play an important role in delivering high-quality care and supporting positive outcomes for patients and whānau.This is a varied and rewarding role where you will care for patients throughout their surgical journey, applying evidence-based practice, building strong therapeutic relationships, and contributing to a culture of continuous improvement. You will be supported to further develop your clinical skills while contributing to quality initiatives and service improvements within Surgical Services.**About the Team / Service / Location**Surgical Services at Timaru Hospital provides care to a diverse range of patients from across South Canterbury. You'll join a collaborative and supportive team environment where patient-centred care, professional development, and teamwork are highly valued.Based in the heart of South Canterbury, Timaru offers an outstanding lifestyle with affordable living, excellent schools, short commute times, and easy access to beaches, lakes, mountains, skiing, hiking, and cycling. It's the perfect place to enjoy a rewarding nursing career while maintaining genuine work-life balance.**About You**To be successful in this role, you will have:* Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate* A minimum of 12 months' post-graduate nursing experience* Demonstrated competency in surgical nursing practice* Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills* A collaborative approach to working within multidisciplinary teams* The ability to work effectively under pressure and prioritise workload accordingly* A commitment to evidence-based practice and continuous quality improvement* A positive, flexible, and solution-focused approach* A commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and improving equitable health outcomes for Māori**Desirable*** Previous experience working within a surgical ward environment* Membership of a relevant professional nursing body* Experience supporting quality improvement initiatives and professional development activities**Working for Health New Zealand**Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is ‘the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand.The Equity Work Programme at Health NZ focuses on helping everyone in the health system think about equity when they do their work. It also promotes the cultural change needed for the whole system to reach equity in health outcomes.**Salary Range**This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the relevant collective agreement and salary will be in accordance with the applicable pay scale and dependent on experience.**How to Apply**Please apply for this vacancy online by clicking the \"Apply\" buttonIf you have any questions regarding this role, please contact **Becky Allen** at **[e-mail]**.If you are interested, please apply as soon as possible as we may commence recruitment before the closing date once suitable applications are received.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Southern || Location: | Canterbury || Position type: | Fixed Term || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 29-Sep-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 20-Oct-2026 || Reference: | 1149 |