Registered Nurse, Ward 26 Medical

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Inpatient Medical Services

Palmerston North

Temporary, 2.0 FTE available

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

Ward 26, Inpatient Medical Services at Palmerston North Hospital provide acute/elective services for patients of varying ages and a variety of medical conditions. We currently have 2FTE available working rostered, rotating shifts. Therefore hours of work will be negotiated with the successful applicant/s. These appointments are temporary covering parental leave. 

About the Team/Service

Employing over 2500 people, MidCentral offers a supportive work environment that accepts and values all employees.  We actively seek Māori kaimahi into our workforce and provide an environment which delivers our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.

MidCentral region offers an excellent lifestyle for families with scenic spots for hiking and mountain-biking, great schools and tertiary institutions.  With the mountains, city and sea at your doorstep, you'll get to taste the best of both worlds – the perfect blend of rural and city living.

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About you

We are looking for applications from registered nurses who:

• Are active and enthusiastic team players
• Can demonstrate excellent interpersonal communication skills
• Are committed to the provision of quality nursing care in the department.
• Are motivated and adaptable to change.

We would also welcome applications from new graduates.

If you have a current practising certificate and a commitment to the provision of excellent patient care, then we look forward to hearing from you.

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 by the advertised date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Helen Manoharan, Nursing Recruitment Consultant (Email: helen.manoharan@tewhatuora.govt.nz)

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