Registered Nurse - Day Surgery Unit
Job details
Job type
Part-time
Permanent
Location
Dunedin, Otago
Full job description
Salary band $81,000 - $106,000 and KiwiSaver
0.8 FTE 64 hours per fortnight
Permanent vacancy
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
Our Day Surgery unit is a one-stop shop, providing surgery to patients of all ages from a wide range of surgical specialties ranging from dental, ENT, General Surgery, Gynaecology, Orthopaedic, Plastics, Urology and Paediatrics. DSU Nurses care for patient's right across the continuum of care from preadmissions through to discharge. DSU also accommodates patients admitted for a variety of non-theatre procedures. This is a tight unit and our nurses work closely together, therefore, it is an absolute requirement that you can demonstrate working as part of a small, successful team.
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About you:
A willingness to be involved in the termination of pregnancy service
Excellent communication skills
High levels of initiative, enthusiasm, and adaptability
A calm, patient-focused approach
A proactive approach towards professional development
A willingness to promote and champion quality initiatives
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.
Salary range
This role is covered by the terms and conditions of the expired NZNO CEA and the salary will be in accordance with the RN Pay Scale, between Step 2 $81,683 and Step 7 $106,73+ p.a depending on relevant experience.
How to apply
To apply please click 'apply now'. All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by Wednesday, 2 July 2025. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Ben Kingsbury at ben.kingsbury@tewhatuora.govt.nz
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process before the closing date of this advert.
We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.
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