Registered Nurse - Surgical Ward 3C

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 52,000 - 78,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Lakes is seeking a capable Registered Nurse to provide high-quality surgical care in a specialised ward at Tauranga Hospital. You will support gynaecology, breast and general surgical pathways, working with a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centred care.

The role is offered as a fixed-term, part-time contract up to 12 months (0.8 FTE) in Tauranga. NZNC registration and APR certificate are required, with a minimum of two years’ acute nursing experience.

Qualifications

• Registered nurse with NZ registration and Annual Practising Certificate.
• Minimum of two years of experience in acute nursing.
• Specialist knowledge in gynaecology and breast care.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality surgical nursing care in Ward 3C for gynaecology, breast and acute surgical patients.
• Assess, plan and deliver care in a fast-paced surgical ward.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary team to ensure safe patient outcomes.
• Demonstrate sound clinical judgment and effective communication within the team.

Skills

Acute surgical nursing

Gynaecology & breast care

Clinical assessment

Communication

Teamwork

Education

NZ Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Located in Tauranga, a lively coastal city offering lifestyle balance and natural surroundingsPart-time position to cover Parental Leave 0.8 FTE rostered Monday SundayDeliver specialist surgical care across gynaecology, breast, and acute surgical patients

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

Provide high-quality surgical nursing care within a specialised ward supporting gynaecology, breast, and acute surgical patients. Working in a fast-paced environment, you will apply strong clinical skills to assess, plan, and deliver care while collaborating closely with the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective patient outcomes. This role is offered as a fixed term, part-time contract for up to 12 months. To view the Position Description please click here

About the Team/Service/Location

Ward 3C at Tauranga Hospital is a specialised surgical ward delivering care to patients across gynaecology, breast, and general surgical pathways. The team is experienced, supportive, and focused on delivering high standards of patient centred care. Nurses work alongside a multidisciplinary team in a dynamic clinical environment that values collaboration, learning, and continuous improvement. Click here to learn more about the Bay of Plenty

About You

You will be a capable and confident Registered Nurse with a strong background in acute surgical nursing. You will bring sound clinical judgement, communicate effectively, and work well within a team to deliver high-quality care. Your experience within gynaecology and breast care settings supports your ability to manage complex patient needs, and your approach reflects a commitment to safe, patient centered care.

What you will bring

• Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Minimum of two years experience in acute nursing
• Specialist knowledge in gynaecology and breast care
• Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills
• Effective communication and teamwork within a multidisciplinary environment
• Commitment to delivering high quality, patient centered care

Working for 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 Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.