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Posted 06 August, 2026

Registered Nurse - Medical Ward, Hutt Hospital

New Zealand Government
Lower Hutt, WGN, NZ Full Time
Reference: 3e1745322a8b3635

Job Description

ACCEPTING APPLICATIONS FROM CURENT HEALTH NEW ZEALAND EMPLOYEES ONLYLocation: Hutt Hospital, Medical WardContract:Permanent, Part Time 0.8 FTE Rostered and RotatingHealth New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we're building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence. About the Role Are you a Registered Nurse who has just completed their SFYP program, or are about to and are looking to launch or continue your career in a supportive and dynamic environment? Join our medical ward, where you'll gain hands-on experience, build confidence, and develop your clinical skills from day one.We're offering permanent positions to passionate and motivated RNs who are ready to grow within a collaborative team that values learning, professional development, and patient-centred care. What we offer A welcoming and inclusive team environment Ongoing support and mentorship Opportunities to expand your clinical knowledge A strong focus on teamwork and continuous improvement About the Team/Service Location LocationThis role is based in the Medical Ward at Hutt Hospital, a 54-bed ward caring for patients aged 15 and over. The ward provides care for a wide range of medical conditions, including acute, sub-acute, and chronic illnesses. Patients receive support for diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing management. The Medical Ward also cares for people at the end of life and those choosing Assisted Dying who cannot access this service in the community.The Medical Ward is a dynamic and fast-paced environment, supported by a friendly and collaborative team. You'll be well-supported by our Associate Clinical Nurse Managers (ACNMs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Health Care Assistants (HCAs), and Nurse Educators, all working together to provide excellent patient care. About you Have completed your SFYP program (or will be soon) Current Annual Practicing Certificate Strong assessment and communication skills Highly organised, with good time management and initiative Positive, can-do attitude and ability to work within a multidisciplinary team Committed to on-going learning Working at Health New Zealand Working at Health New Zealand Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is 'the weaving of wellness'. We're dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Health New Zealand are committed to being good employers and honouring our equal employment opportunity obligations. We embrace diversity and welcome application from all people, including all gender identities, ages, ethnicities, sexual orientations, and disability. A workforce that is diverse and inclusive means that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We are pro-equity health organisation, with a particular focus on Māori, Pacific Peoples, and the Disability Community. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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