Registered Nurse - Operating Theatre

Registered Nurse – Operating Theatre

• Permanent 1.0 FTE
• Rotating Rostered Shifts

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is the country's largest employer, delivering universal public healthcare to 5 million New Zealanders. 

We provide essential hospital, specialist, and community health services across 80+ locations - from large urban centres to rural towns and remote communities. 

Our goal is to improve health outcomes for all New Zealanders by delivering equitable, accessible and innovative care. 

About the Role

Right now, we’re looking for Registered Nurses with experience behind them to become part of Operating Theatre team at Timaru Hospital. The hospital provides secondary services to the district population of approximately 50,000 people, has 130 beds, and is undergoing a significant refurbishment programme.  The service provides critical 24/7 services including, ED, ICU/CCU, General, Orthopaedic, & ENT Surgery, O&G, Psychiatry, Health of Older People, Oncology & Palliative Care, Internal Medicine, Paediatrics and Dental.

About You

Along with NZ registration and a current APC will you also have;

• Previous Operating Theatre experience, ideally a minimum of three years
• The ability to work under pressure using effective planning and prioritisation skills
• Knowledge and or experience of the Treaty of Waitangi Principles
• Be an effective communicator with colleagues, patients and their whanau/families
• Maintain a personal professional portfolio to meet the Professional Development Recognition Programme (PDRP) requirements of Heath New Zealand South Canterbury

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.    

Salary 

This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the Nursing Collective, and the Pay Scale, determined on relevant experience.

How to Apply 

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal.

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