Posted 15 August, 2026
Registered Nurse Operating Theatre/PACU
Taranaki District Health Board
Rotorua, BOP, NZ
Full Time
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Job Description
Registered Nurse - Theatre/Post-Anaesthetic Care Unit Permanent,0.8 FTE Rostered shifts *This role is intended for Health NZ employees only* An exciting opportunity has become available for a Registered Nurse (RN) to work in our Operating Theatre. You will be joining our passionate and multi-disciplinary team at Rotorua/Taupo Hospitals. 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 Primary responsibility and accountability for the assessment, planning, delivery and evaluation in conjunction with working collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure quality patient care and a safe client journey across the perioperative care continuum. Permanent, part time role available, eight days a fortnight. Hours of work: Mon-Sun, with on-call work mixed in with morning and afternoon shifts. About the Team/Service/ Location 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) access to Employee Assistance Program For more information on living and working in Rotorua and Taupo click here About you If you have a positive `can do attitude, sound clinical skills, adapt rapidly to changing clinical situations, have a kind nature and take pride in improving patient-centered care - we would like to hear from you. You would: Be conscientious and highly motivated Be a team player and come with a positive attitude Have the confidence and ability to speak up for patient safety. Live the Lakes values of Manaakitangi (Respect and acknowledging others intrinsic value), Integrity and Accountability Have NZ full drivers license or working towards this NZ Qualified Registered Nurse holding current annual practicing certificate. Preferably have at least 2 years of recent perioperative nursing experience 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. Job details Job Reference: Job Reference: ROT04247 Location: North Island - Bay of Plenty - Rotorua Job type: Job type: Permanent Full time Expertise: Clinical - Nursing - Operating Rooms / Theatres #J-18808-Ljbffr