Registered Nurse Taupo Emergency Department - Fixed Term

Public Service; Taupo; Hybrid; NZD 65,000 - 85,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Free staff parking

Free flu vaccination

Discounts at local businesses

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes Taupo Emergency Department seeks a Registered Nurse for a fixed-term 0.8 FTE parental leave cover, rostered shifts including nights and weekends in a rural ED with a diverse case mix.

You will require registration with the Nursing Council NZ, a Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent, and emergency nursing experience. The role emphasizes adaptability, strong communication, prioritisation and teamwork, with ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent.
• Post Graduate Certificate/Diploma desirable.
• Experience in Emergency Care Nursing.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility to adjust to changing needs of the department.
• Prioritisation skills.
• Self-motivation and initiative.
• Maintain confidentiality.
• Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
• Having a current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate or working towards it.

Skills

Bachelor of Nursing

Emergency Care Nursing

Communication Skills

Flexibility

Prioritisation

Nursing Council NZ

Education

Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

# Registered Nurse Taupo Emergency Department - Fixed Term at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes, Waikato## Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role**Registered Nurse - Taupo Emergency Department****Fixed Term 0.8 FTE, Parental Leave Cover****Rostered Shifts, including nights and weekends**An exciting opportunity has become available for a dynamic Registered Nurse.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 professional development opportunities and professional support.**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: | Contract/Temp Part time || Category: | Health || Date listed: | 29-Oct-2026 || Salary range: | N/A || Closing date: | 13-Nov-2026 || Reference: | TAU03018 || Attachment: | No File Attached || File links: | || Website: | http://www.lakesdhb.govt.nz |Note: You may be redirected to the employer's careers website.