Registered Nurse - Acute Care Unit (ICU/HDU) Whakatane Hospital

Registered Nurse - Acute Care Unit (ICU/HDU) Whakatane Hospital Reside and work in Whakat ne, a real close community with a stunning coastline and heart Make a real difference in a fast-paced, supportive regional community 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 We are seeking a motivated Registered Nurse to join our dedicated critical care team at Whakatāne Hospital. In this role, you will join a highly skilled, supportive team providing 24/7 medical cover. Our Acute Care Unit is an 11-bed facility, comprising a 6-bed Level 1 ICU/HDU/CCU alongside a 5-bed high‑acuity area equipped with enhanced monitoring capabilities. This position is offered on a fixed‑term, part‑time basis working 0.9 FTE. About the Team/Service/ Location We take pride in our multi‑disciplinary team environment. Working side‑by‑side with supportive senior nurses and medical staff, you will truly get to know your colleagues and patients. This unique regional setup allows you to develop a broad, highly adaptable critical care skillset while delivering truly community‑centred care. Whakatāne is the sun‑soaked heart of the Eastern Bay of Plenty, renowned for having some of New Zealands highest annual sunshine hours. If you love the outdoors, this is the ultimate location. Here, you can enjoy an enviable lifestyle with a warm community feel, affordable living, and a stress‑free daily commute. For more information on living and working in the Bay of Plenty click here About you You are a clinical professional who thrives in high‑acuity environments and prioritises patient‑centric outcomes. You enjoy working collaboratively within a regional team, and will bring: Recent, relevant nursing experience within a critical care, high‑dependency, or acute care setting. Current New Zealand Nursing Registration and an Annual Practising Certificate (APC) A flexible, positive mindset well‑suited to the fast‑paced demands of an ICU/HDU service 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 Monday 20 July. If you have any questions about the role, please contact bp‑[email protected] . Include the vacancy number WHA01134 in your correspondence. We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. Job details Job Reference: Job Reference: WHA01134 Location: North Island - Bay of Plenty - Whakatane Job type: Expertise: Clinical - Nursing - Critical Care / ICU / ITU #J-18808-Ljbffr