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Registered nurse jobs in New Zealand.

85 open roles, 31 posted this week. Apply directly with the employer, and tailor your CV to each one.

  • Nursing2 days ago

    Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Ward

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Wairarapa · 5001+ employees

    A public health organization providing hospital and medical services in New Zealand.

    Masterton, Wellington
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Providing patient care · Supporting medical ward · Collaborating with team

    1+ yrCurrent Annual Practising Certificate with Nursing Council of New Zealand; minimum one year post-graduate experience as a Registered Nurse; rostered and rotating shifts.

  • Nursing2 days ago

    Registered Nurse - Motutapu Ward

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland · 5001+ employees

    A public health organization providing hospital and medical services in New Zealand.

    Auckland
    OnsitePart timeEntry level

    Providing haematology care · Administering chemotherapy · Managing complex patients

    Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand, current Annual Practicing Certificate, recent acute nursing experience, haematology or oncology experience preferred, excellent communication skills.

  • Nursing2 days ago
    Wellington
    Temporary

    Providing nursing care · Assessing residents · Developing care plans

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing2 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Providing nursing care · Developing care plans · Administering treatment

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing2 days ago
    Dunedin, Otago
    Full time

    Conducting patient assessments · Administering medicines · Monitoring residents’ conditions

    1+ yrCurrent New Zealand Annual Practicing Certificate

  • Nursing2 days ago

    Registered Nurse - Casual

    Arvida · 1001-5000 employees

    A developer and operator of retirement communities providing independent living and aged care services to older New Zealanders.

    Richmond, Tasman
    OnsitePart timeTemporaryMid levelManages people

    Leading clinical care · Supervising team · Administering care

    NZQA level 7 qualification (e.g., bachelor's degree), current practicing certificate, team leadership skills, flexibility for shifts, and alignment with Arvida's values.

  • Nursing3 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Providing nursing care · Developing care plans · Administering treatment

    current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing3 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Providing nursing care · Assessing residents · Administering treatment

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing3 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Providing nursing care · Developing care plans · Administering treatment

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing3 days ago
    Auckland
    Full time

    Providing resident care · Assessing residents · Administering treatment

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing4 days ago

    Registered Nurse

    Heritage Lifecare

    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Leading care teams · Developing care plans · Conducting clinical assessments

    Registered Nurse experience; current APC; legal right to work in New Zealand

  • Nursing3 days ago

    Registered Nurse

    Bupa · 5001+ employees

    A global healthcare leader committed to helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.

    Albany, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timePart timeEntry level

    Providing clinical care · Leading care delivery · Documenting care plans

    Current Nursing Council of New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate; aged care experience preferred; strong clinical judgment, communication, and documentation skills; ability to work night shifts on a rotating roster.

    Parental leave
  • Nursing3 days ago

    Registered Nurse

    Bupa · 5001+ employees

    A global healthcare leader committed to helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives.

    Te Puke, Bay of Plenty
    OnsitePart timeContractMid level

    Providing clinical care · Leading care delivery · Documenting care plans

    Current Nursing Council of New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate; experience in aged care preferred; strong clinical assessment, documentation, and communication skills; ability to work rotating shifts.

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveFour-day week
  • Nursing4 days ago

    Registered Nurse - Waikeria Prison

    Ara Poutama Aotearoa (Department of Corrections) · 5001+ employees

    A New Zealand government department delivering patient-focused primary health care services within corrections facilities.

    Waikato
    $77.3k-$108.9k a yearOnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Providing primary health care · Assessing health needs · Responding to emergencies

    Registered with the Nursing Council of New Zealand with a current Annual Practising Certificate; recent clinical experience in primary or secondary health care; ability to assess and respond to emergencies; cultural competence with Te Tiriti o Waitangi.

  • Nursing4 days ago

    Registered Nurse - Casual

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Cambridge, Waikato
    Temporary

    Managing residents’ needs · Creating care plans · Delivering nursing care

    experienced Registered Nurse; NZ Registration; current Practicing Certificate

  • Nursing4 days ago

    Registered Nurse - Casual

    Summerset Retirement Villages

    Hamilton, Waikato
    Temporary

    Managing residents’ needs · Creating care plans · Delivering nursing care

    NZ registration; current Practicing Certificate; experience as a Registered Nurse

  • Nursing4 days ago

    Registered Nurse - West Auckland

    Tamaki Health Careers · 201-1000 employees

    A healthcare organization with a network of over 50 clinics across New Zealand, offering general practice and urgent care services.

    Westgate, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Triaging patients · Providing wound care · Assisting procedures

    1+ yrCurrent APC and registration with Nursing Council of New Zealand; 1-2 years primary or acute care nursing experience in NZ; strong clinical assessment and communication skills; knowledge of Medtech Evolution advantageous.

  • Nursing4 days ago
    Auckland
    Part time

    Providing nursing care · Assessing residents · Administering treatment

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing4 days ago

    Registered Nurse

    Ryman Healthcare

    Auckland
    Full time

    Providing nursing care · Assessing residents · Administering treatment

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing4 days ago
    Auckland
    Part time

    Providing nursing care · Assessing residents · Developing care plans

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing5 days ago
    Palmerston North, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Part time

    Providing palliative nursing care · Building therapeutic relationships · Collaborating with interdisciplinary teams

    NZ Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practising Certificate (APC); strong general nursing experience

  • Nursing5 days ago
    Whanganui District, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Temporary

    Providing resident care · Assessing residents · Administering treatment

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing5 days ago
    Tauranga, Bay of Plenty
    Full time

    Coordinating daily care · Providing nursing assessments · Guiding care staff

    Current New Zealand Annual Practising Certificate; previous experience using clinical systems

  • Nursing5 days ago

    Registered Nurse

    University of Canterbury

    Christchurch, Canterbury
    Part time

    Providing nursing care · Triaging patients · Administering treatments

    3+ yrs3 years’ experience as a Practice Nurse/Primary Health Care Nurse; knowledge of infection control, wound care, immunisations, sexual health, relevant legislation and type 2 diabetes; experience using medical databases; NZ or Australian citizenship or permanent residency

    Parental leaveGenerous leaveRetirement savings
  • Nursing5 days ago

    Registered Nurse - Part time (Night shifts)

    Summerset · 1001-5000 employees

    A retirement village operator providing care and lifestyle services to residents.

    Prebbleton, Canterbury
    OnsitePart timeMid level

    Managing resident care · Creating care plans · Leading care shifts

    NZ nursing registration and current practicing certificate; experience in aged care; ability to lead and remain calm under pressure; good communication skills; availability for 3 weeks of paid onsite training in January 2027.

    Generous leave
  • Nursing6 days ago

    Registered Nurse or Anaesthetic Technician- Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Level 8 Operating Rooms

    Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Toka Tumai Auckland · 5001+ employees

    A government intelligence agency dedicated to protecting New Zealand and its people from security threats.

    Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeEntry level

    Monitoring vital signs · Managing post-op pain · Collaborating with surgical teams

    1+ yrMinimum 12 months PACU acute or critical patient care experience post NZ registration; experience with electronic health records and pre-operative checks; excellent communication, documentation, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.

    Relocation support
  • Nursing6 days ago
    Whanganui District, Manawatū-Whanganui
    Full time

    Providing resident care · Assessing residents · Developing care plans

    Current Annual Practicing Certificate (APC); New Zealand work rights

    Generous leaveStudy support
  • Nursing6 days ago

    Registered Nurse - Hutt Valley

    Whānau Āwhina Plunket

    South Wairarapa District, Wellington
    Full time

    Assessing child development · Supporting whānau · Building community relationships

    Registered Nurse registration with Nursing Council of New Zealand; hold or obtain an Annual Practising Certificate; full, clean NZ driver’s licence; complete a 12-month Post Graduate Certificate in Well Child Tamariki Ora; obtain Children’s Act safety checking and police vetting clearance

    Study support
  • Nursing6 days ago

    CHT David Lange - Registered Nurse - fixed term

    CHT · 1001-5000 employees

    A not-for-profit organisation supporting older New Zealanders with care homes across the North Island.

    Mangere East, Auckland
    OnsiteFull timeContractNo experience needed

    Conducting clinical assessments · Delivering nursing care · Mentoring care team

    Current NZ Registered Nurse practising certificate; genuine compassion for older people; excellent clinical assessment and communication skills; confidence leading care staff; collaborative spirit; comfort using standard IT and clinical systems.

    Generous leave

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About registered nurse jobs in New Zealand

There are 85 roles open for registered nurse jobs in New Zealand on the SmartCVs job board, 31 of them posted in the last week, all from employers' own career sites.

Of these, 54 full time and 19 part time.

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