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Posted 01 August, 2026

Registered Nurse - Taupo Emergency Department

Taranaki District Health Board
Auckland, AUK, NZ Full Time
Reference: 2e6ef3056668e7cc

Job Description

Permanent 0.8 FTE Rostered Shifts including nights and weekends *This role is intended for Health NZ employees only* An exciting opportunity has become available for a dynamic Registered Nurse. Join Taupǔ Hospitals Emergency Department and become part of a close-knit rural nursing team offering a wide variety of clinical work, all while enjoying everything that beautiful Taupǔ has to offer. 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, in Taupo Emergency Department, no 2 days are the same, providing nursing care for patients presenting acuity to a rural Emergency Department across all spans of life. We offer a variety of shifts, on-going professional development opportunities and professional support About the Team/Service/ Location Our team of Registered Nurses are dedicated to providing the best level of care, whilst also managing to apply a rural lens to problem solving. The Hospital has a friendly and close knit team and also is able to rely on Rotorua Hospital for their support. Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides healthcare from its two modern and progressive general hospitals in Rotorua and Taupo, New Zealand. The Lakes district is becoming the lifestyle destination of choice and is well known for its many outdoor recreational activities, family friendly beaches, and a growing multi-cultural community. Working at Health New Zealand Te Whatu Ora Lakes provides a great opportunity to balance an amazing lifestyle with a rewarding professional experience. As well as a supportive, inclusive and diverse work environment, Health New Zealand |Te Whatu Ora Lakes offer competitive salary, free staff parking, free flu vaccination, discounts (with local businesses), and access to Employee Assistance Program. For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here About you Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent Experience in Emergency Care Nursing Effective communication and interpersonal skills Flexibility and the ability to adjust to changing needs of the department Self-motivation and initiative Honesty, reliability and confidentiality The ability to work in a team environment and independently Maintain a calm disposition under pressure Having a current New Zealand Annual Practicing Certificate or working towards it. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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