Registered Nurse - Critical Care Unit, Te Nikau

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Critical Care Unit and

General Ward, Te Nikau Hospital and Health Central, West Coast

• Permanent part time position

(32 hours per week) available

• New Zealand Registered Nurse

with a current Annual Practising Certificate without any conditions on scope/practise 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.

Are you a Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding role that combines general ward experience with the opportunity to develop critical care skills in a rural hospital setting? Join our committed and supportive team on the West Coast and make a real impact in your community.

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse (RN) to join our rural health team on the beautiful West Coast. This is a rewarding and diverse role where you will be working across the Critical Care Unit (CCU) and General Ward, utilising your nursing knowledge and clinical judgement to assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing care for a diverse patient population. You'll work both independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, effective, patient-centred care.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse who thrives on variety and wants to broaden their experience while working in a rural hospital environment where every day is different.

You'll have the opportunity to:

• Deliver high-quality nursing

care across a broad spectrum of critical care (CCU), Medical and Surgical patients, including paediatric patients.

• Undertake comprehensive

nursing assessments and develop integrated care plans.

• Support and guide Enrolled

Nurses, Health Care Assistants, and junior nurses.

• Ensure documentation meets

professional and legislative standards (e.g. falls risk, family violence, pressure injury prevention).

• Contribute to the ongoing

development of services and participate in quality initiatives and audits.

• Act as a professional role

model, demonstrating cultural safety, evidence-based practice, and accountability.

• Collaborate with whānau,

patients, and the wider health team to ensure holistic, person-centred care.

• Actively participate in

interprofessional care planning, patient education, and discharge coordination. About You

You are a compassionate, resilient, and adaptable nurse who is ready to embrace the challenges and rewards of rural healthcare. You have a passion for patient care and are confident in managing a range of clinical situations, including critically unwell patients.

Essential:

• New Zealand Registered Nurse

with current Annual Practising Certificate (no conditions preventing fulfilment of the role).

• Demonstrated ability to work

within scope of practice, applying evidence-based knowledge and clinical judgement.

• Recent ICU/CCU/HDU nursing

experience.

• Completion of, or commitment

to undertake, cultural competency training.

• Excellent organisational,

communication, and documentation skills.

• Ability and confidence to

work with children.

• Willingness to work towards

(or currently hold) a Graduate Certificate in Nursing or relevant Postgraduate qualification. Desirable:

• Previous medical and/

or surgical nursing experience.

• Current Professional

Development and Recognition Programme (PDRP) portfolio.

• Advanced computer literacy

and confident use of clinical documentation systems 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 diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Health NZ West Coast is situated on the West Coast of New Zealand's South Island. It is unmatched for the scale, diversity, and accessibility of its natural attractions, including rugged coastline, sandy beaches, rainforests, and some of the highest mountain peaks in the country. The region boasts robust tourism and primary production industries, which provide the backbone of the local economy. The town of Greymouth is central to Te Tai o Poutini West Coast and is located alongside the historically rich and picturesque Grey river.

Health NZ West Coast are proud of how we do things. We have a way of working that we consider unique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come from and working together as one. We are passionate about attracting, recruiting, and retaining talented people - to become part of our team.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click 'apply now.' All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Sunday 8th November. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Victoria Steiner at Victoria.Steiner@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.