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Registered Nurse - Patients as Risk (PAR)
Bring your acute coronary and/or intensive care nursing experience to this exciting new service
Casual Registered Nurse Position (Patients at Risk) PAR
You will be a supportive team member focused on achieving optimum health outcomes for patients requiring intensive care services
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
The Patient at Risk (PAR) service supports acutely unwell patients on the wards and provides a conduit to ICCU. This is a 24/7 nursing led service, with full consultant support.
About the Team/Service
The PAR service uses a multi-disciplinary approach to identify patients at risk of, or developing, critical illness in the general ward environment. The emphasis is on support and helping to educate ward staff to recognise clinical deterioration and rapidly initiate an appropriate escalation of care.
The PAR team respond to medical emergencies, acute referrals and ICCU follow-ups across all inpatient services. The service will provide 24/7 cover, with the expectation you will work across all shifts, Monday to Sunday. The PAR team is line managed by the ACNM ICCU.
About You
We are seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated individuals who have a passion for providing care to the deteriorating patient. If you have excellent communication skills, the ability to prioritise competing demands and a willingness to share your skills and knowledge we encourage you to apply.
Working for Health New Zealand
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.
How to Apply
- All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by 05.10.25. If you have any general questions please contact the nursing recruiter on [email protected] or for more role specific questions please contact Laura Reilly Associate Charge Nurse ICCU & Patient at Risk Team on [email protected].
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Job details
Job Reference:
R2N25-160
Location:
South Island - Nelson / Marlborough - Nelson
Job type:
Casual
Expertise:
Clinical - Nursing - Registered Nurse
Closes:
05-Oct-2026
Registered Nurse - Patients as Risk (PAR)
Bring your acute coronary and/or intensive care nursing experience to this exciting new service
Casual Registered Nurse Position (Patients at Risk) PAR
You will be a supportive team member focused on achieving optimum health outcomes for patients requiring intensive care services
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
The Patient at Risk (PAR) service supports acutely unwell patients on the wards and provides a conduit to ICCU. This is a 24/7 nursing led service, with full consultant support.
About the Team/Service
The PAR service uses a multi-disciplinary approach to identify patients at risk of, or developing, critical illness in the general ward environment. The emphasis is on support and helping to educate ward staff to recognise clinical deterioration and rapidly initiate an appropriate escalation of care.
The PAR team respond to medical emergencies, acute referrals and ICCU follow-ups across all inpatient services. The service will provide 24/7 cover, with the expectation you will work across all shifts, Monday to Sunday. The PAR team is line managed by the ACNM ICCU.
About You
We are seeking enthusiastic, highly motivated individuals who have a passion for providing care to the deteriorating patient. If you have excellent communication skills, the ability to prioritise competing demands and a willingness to share your skills and knowledge we encourage you to apply.
Working for Health New Zealand
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.
How to Apply
- All applications must be submitted through our online careers - portal by 05.10.25. If you have any general questions please contact the nursing recruiter on [email protected] or for more role specific questions please contact Laura Reilly Associate Charge Nurse ICCU & Patient at Risk Team on [email protected].
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Job details
Job Reference:
R2N25-160
Location:
South Island - Nelson / Marlborough - Nelson
Job type:
Casual
Expertise:
Clinical - Nursing - Registered Nurse
Closes:
05-Oct-2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Patient at Risk RN, Nelson, Casual position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Nelson offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.
