Posted 17 July, 2026
Registered Nurse - Theatre Services
North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui Whanganui
Whanganui, MWT, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
Registered Nurse – Theatre/PACU/Endoscopy/Infusion Services Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Whanganui 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 passionate, skilled and motivated Registered Nurse to join our dynamic Theatre Services team. This role provides the opportunity to work across a variety of diverse clinical areas which are under Theatre Services in Whanganui. These include the following: Operating Theatre - Scrub and Circulating PACU / Recovery Pre-Admission Clinic Day Stay / Pre & Post Operative Unit Infusion Services You will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to ensure safe clinical practice, excellent patient outcomes, and culturally responsive care aligned with Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles. What we offer: Supportive and collaborative theatre environment Ongoing education and professional development Opportunities to grow across surgical specialties Wellness and staff support programmes Competitive salary and penal rates in line with NZ nursing MECA agreements The chance to make a meaningful impact within New Zealand healthcare Key Responsibilities Provide safe and effective perioperative nursing care Scrub, circulating and/or PACU experience advantageous Endoscopy experience advantageous Medical infusion experience including Chemotherapy advantageous Support patients and whānau through their healthcare journey Collaborate closely with surgeons, anaesthetic teams and wider MDT Participate in quality improvement and professional development initiatives Contribute to a positive and supportive team culture About you Holds current NZ Nursing Council registration and APC Has perioperative/theatre nursing experience or experience in any of the other areas mentioned above Demonstrates excellent communication and teamwork skills Is adaptable in a fast-paced clinical environment Is committed to equity, patient-centred care and cultural safety Aligns with the values of Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. Job details Job Reference: 05-RNTH-5527 Location: North Island - Manawatu / Whanganui - Whanganui Job Type: Clinical - Nursing - Operating Rooms/Theatres/Recovery #J-18808-Ljbffr