Registered Nurses - Emergency Department

Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Lakes; Bay of Plenty; On-site; NZD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora in Tauranga seeks skilled Registered Nurses to join the Emergency Department team at Tauranga Hospital. The ED handles a high volume of cases and operates 24/7, offering variety from trauma to paediatric and geriatric care.

You will be part of a dynamic team delivering frontline urgent care. Applicants must hold current NZCN registration and Annual Practising Certificate, with proven ED nursing experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• Current NZCN registration and Annual Practicing Certificate.
• Proven nursing experience in an emergency department.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to evidence-based nursing and ongoing development.

Skills

ED nursing

Interpersonal communication

Evidence-based practice

Education

NZCN registration

Annual Practising Certificate

Job description

Work where others holiday - enjoy the beaches, bustling cafes, and vibrant coastal lifestyle in TaurangaLocated at Tauranga Hospital - flexible optoins available!We are seeking expressions of interest from Registered Nurses wanting to make a difference 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, were building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

We are looking for skilled, passionate, and adaptable Registered Nurses to join our dynamic Emergency Department (ED) team at Tauranga Hospital.We arent a quiet regional outpost. We are a high-volume, high-acuity frontline department handling over 50,000 presentations annually. From complex major trauma and acute beachside rescues to diverse paediatric and geriatric case-mixes, no two shifts are ever the same. Come an join the team where you will be part of the frontline response.We are looking for the next wave of ED champions. Is that you?

About the Team/Service/ Location

The Emergency Department is the cornerstone of the community - providing urgent care to people of all ages, 24/7. It plays a critical role in the health of our community. Our team values collaboration, growth, and excellence. Supported by a strong professional culture and based in the heart of the stunning bay of Plenty region. This is your opportunity to advance your career while enjoying the ultimate work-life balance.

About you

You are a clinician who thrives in chaos but delivers calm, structured care. You know how to make split-second, safe decisions when the pressure mounts, and you never lose your empathy along the way.

What you will bring:

• Current NZCN registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
• Proven nursing experience in an emergency department setting
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• A commitment to evidence-based nursing and ongoing development

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.

If you have any questions about the role, reference vacancy TAU03170 and contact [e-mail]