Registered Nurse - Surgical Ward

Registered Nurse – Surgical Ward (Whanganui Hospital) Registered Nurse roles x2 – Fixed term 0.8 FTE and 0.9 FTE (maternity leave cover) rostered and rotating. About the Role Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Whanganui seeks enthusiastic and proactive Registered Nurses to join our supportive team on the surgical ward. The Registered Nurse is a vital, valued member of the department and plays a pivotal role in the efficient and effective running of the surgical ward. We place a high priority on patient‑focused care that includes family/whānau. About the Team / Service The surgical ward is a busy, fast‑paced environment. We seek motivated candidates with strong communication skills, a friendly disposition, a desire to continue learning, honesty, reliability, and who enjoy working as part of a team. The combined surgical ward offers a wide range of specialties including general surgery, orthopaedics, urology, ENT, and gynaecology for adult patients – challenging and rewarding. We collaborate and work in partnership with the multidisciplinary team to provide quality coordinated patient care and are committed to delivering safe nursing care that results in a positive patient and whānau experience. What We Offer Opportunities for ongoing development of professional knowledge, skills and abilities Orientation package and ongoing support to develop the skills required to work in this specialty area A strong supportive and collegial work environment About You Registered nurse qualification Experience or familiarity with preoperative and postoperative care, pain management and wound care Excellent communication and time management skillsl> Strong customer focus and initiative, and ability to work under pressure Positive, can‑do attitude Sensitivity to the needs of others Works well in a team Can adapt to changing situations Working at Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a diverse and inclusive workforce so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities. #J-18808-Ljbffr