Registered Nurse - Taupo Emergency Department

Public Service; Taupo; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes is seeking a Registered Nurse for Taupo Emergency Department on a permanent part-time basis. The role covers rostered shifts, including nights and weekends, in a rural ED serving diverse life spans.

You'll join a close-knit team, provide high-quality nursing care, and rely on Rotorua Hospital for support. Apply through the online portal; reference TAU03169.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent required.
• Experience in Emergency Care Nursing.
• Current NZ Annual Practising Certificate or working towards it.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and eligible to practise.

Skills

Emergency Care Nursing

Communication

Prioritisation

Initiative

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Confidentiality

Reliability

Leadership

Education

Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent

Post Graduate Certificate/Diploma desirable

Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand

Annual Practising Certificate or working towards it

Job description

# Registered Nurse - Taupo Emergency Department at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Waikato## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Registered Nurse - Taupo Emergency Department****Permanent, Part-time****Rostered Shifts, including nights and weekends**We are looking for an enthusiastic Registered Nurse to bring their skills and energy to our team. Join Taupō Hospitals Emergency Department and become part of a close-knit rural nursing team offering a wide variety of clinical work, all while enjoying everything that beautiful Taupo has to offer.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**As a Registered Nurse, in Taupo Emergency Department, no 2 days are the same, providing nursing care for patients presenting acuity to a rural Emergency Department across all spans of life. We offer a variety of shifts, on-going**About the Team/Service/ Location**Our team of Registered Nurses are dedicated to providing the best level of care, whilst also managing to apply a rural lens to problem solving. The Hospital has a friendly and close knit team and also is able to rely on Rotorua Hospital for their support.Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience.As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program.For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here**About you*** Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent* Post Graduate Certificate/Diploma Desirable* Experience in Emergency Care Nursing* Effective communication and interpersonal skills* Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing needs of the department* Prioritisation skills* Self-motivation and initiative* Honesty, reliability and confidentiality* The ability to work in a team environment and independently* Maintain a calm disposition under pressure* Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand* Having a current New Zealand Annual Practicing Certificate or working towards it.Click here for Position DescriptionClick here for Collective Agreement (if applicable)**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.**How to Apply**To apply please click apply now. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before end of posting date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact [e-mail] selection process starts from the date of advertising. Due to the fast-paced nature of our roles, the vacancy close date may be subject to change.## Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details| | || --- | --- || Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes || Location: | Waikato || Position type: | Permanent Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 29-Oct-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 12-Nov-2026 || Reference: | TAU03169 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | http://www.lakesdhb.govt.nz |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.