Registered Nurse - Coronary Care Unit
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora · 5001+ employees
What the role involves
- Caring for cardiac patients
- Monitoring vital signs
- Administering treatments
What they ask for
Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate; 2 years post-graduate experience preferred; critical thinking and collaborative skills; ability to work in fast-paced environment.
- 2+ yrs experience
- Professional licence or registration
About the job
- Work where others holiday - enjoy the beaches, bustling cafes, and vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga
- Permanent, Part Time position - 0.7FTE / 28 hours per week
- Join a dedicated critical care team delivering high-quality, patient-centred care when it matters most
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 coronary care unit nurse, you will be looking after patients who are going through acute cardiac events. We primarily care for patients with Acute Coronary Syndrome, rhythm disturbances and acute or end stage heart failure. Tauranga Hospital has two Cath Labs, our patients may have interventions such as Cardiac Angiography and Stenting, device implants (pacemakers and defibrillators) and Ablations.
This role would suit an RN who would like the opportunity to get Coronary Care Unit (CCU) experience, or someone looking for a change from their current role.
This vacancy is offered as a permanent 0.7FTE / 28 hours per week contract.
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About the Team/Service/Location
The Coronary Care Unit (CCU) at Tauranga Hospital is a busy, acute in-patient unit comprising a clinical team of Medical, Nursing and Allied Health professionals. We provide acute Coronary Care for patients within the Bay of Plenty region. We are a team comprising experienced nursing staff and are located in the newly built CCU, offering a variety of educational opportunities, training and support.
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About You
Preferred candidates will have two years post graduate experience and are interested in working and learning about Cardiology.
What you will bring:
- Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
- A desire to work in a growing specialty area
- Critical thinker with a can-do, collaborative attitude
- Demonstrates the skills to work in a fast-paced environment
- A calm, positive mindset and the ability to work collaboratively across the team
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.
How to Apply
To apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online career's portal before 11:59pm on Monday 12 October. If you have any questions about the role, reference vacancy TAU03073 and contact bp-Careers@tewhatuora.govt.nz
Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Job Details
Closing Date: 12/Oct/26, 11:59:00 PM