Registered Nurse - Occupational Health

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Location: Wellington Regional Hospital ( is the main site, but attendance at other District sites may be required)

Contract:  Fixed term for 6 months - full time (1.FTE)

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 

Occupational Health is responsible for maintaining and promoting the wellbeing of workers within the Health System. Our main aim focuses primarily on protecting employees in the workplace from accidents, injuries and exposure to harmful substances through health promotion, vaccination, monitoring, guidance and education. 

About the Team/Service/ Location 

Occupational Health is a national service, nationally led but delivered by the District. We have 4 bases at Captial Coast, Hutt Valley, Wairarapa and Kenepuru. We have a team of 13 and work across the district in each of these bases with each staff member based at one site in the main. This role will be based in Capital Coast Health but there is an expectation that District travel will be required at times.   

About you 

We are seeking a competent, self driven registered nurse to work as part of our team who is computer literate, a problem solver, shows initiative and is adaptable to an ever changing environment. At this stage the role is for 6 months as a Fixed Term/Secondment however there is a possibility of it becoming permanent as we work through a current change process.  We are seeking the following key skills: 

• Registered Vaccinator 
• Attention to detail 
• Efficiency 
• Problem Solver 
• Effective Communicator 
• Current registration with the New Zealand Nursing council

Working at 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. 

Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. 

How to Apply 

To apply please click - apply now. - All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by 15th April 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Deb.Brodie@TeWhatuora.govt.nz 

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advertisement.