Registered Nurse - Perioperative unit Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU)

Registered Nurse - Perioperative unit Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) Registered Nurse - Perioperative unit Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU) Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital Permanent /Part-Time 64 Hours per fortnight 0.8 FTE This is a rewarding opportunity to develop your specialist perioperative nursing expertise, work alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team, and make a real difference during a critical stage of a patient's recovery journey. 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 Registered Nurse Post Anaesthetic Care Unit (PACU), you will provide specialist nursing care to patients during the critical recovery period immediately following surgery and anaesthesia. Working in a fast-paced and highly skilled environment, you will assess, monitor and support patients as they recover, responding quickly to changing clinical needs and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care. This is an exciting opportunity to apply your advanced clinical skills and critical thinking in a specialist perioperative setting. You'll work closely with anaesthetists, surgeons, nurses and multidisciplinary colleagues, playing a key role in delivering exceptional patient outcomes while supporting patients and whānau through an important stage of their healthcare journey. Please click here to view the position description About the Team/Service/ Location Our Perioperative Service provides safe, high-quality care for patients undergoing a wide range of surgical procedures across Hawke's Bay. The PACU team is a dedicated group of skilled nurses and healthcare professionals who work collaboratively to deliver expert post-operative care and support. Based at Hawke's Bay Fallen Soldiers' Memorial Hospital, you will join a supportive and professional team committed to clinical excellence, continuous learning and outstanding patient care. For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay clickHERE About you As a Registered Nurse, you will be a confident and experienced clinician with a passion for delivering high-quality care in a dynamic acute care environment. Current Nursing Council of New Zealand registration and a current Annual Practising Certificate. Postgraduate nursing experience in surgical, perioperative, critical care or acute care settings. Advanced assessment and clinical decision‑making skills. Excellent communication, teamwork and time management abilities. A commitment to professional development, Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and equitable health outcomes. Working at 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. How to Apply To apply please click apply now . All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 27 July 2026 If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tania, [email protected] We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert. Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected employees will be given preference and priority for this position. #J-18808-Ljbffr