Registered Nurse - Nursing Resource Team

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 part of the Nursing Resource Team, you will work alongside and become an integral part of various teams.

You will have the opportunity to form collaborative relationships with Charge Nurse Managers (CNM), shift co-ordinators and all colleagues of the wider health team.

No two days are the same, if you are in search of variety this is the position for you.

We offer a supportive environment with a Nurse Educator, Clinical Nurse Co-ordinators (CNC) and a Charge Nurse Manger (CNM) to assist with your development.

The salary for this position will be based on experience and in line with the NZNO Te Whatu Ora Health New Zealand Nursing and Midwifery collective agreement.

Additional benefits include kiwisaver contributions (if eligible), shift allowances, professional development and wellness support.

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About the Service

The Nursing Resource Team at Waikato DHB are an internal bureau of nurses who provide relief and support across all other nursing services, as and when required.

Our family orientated team gives you the opportunity to become multi-skilled and increase your knowledge by working in a variety of specialty and clinical areas.

We offer clinical education, coaching and PDRP support from competent to expert levels.

About you

Our ideal candidate will have :

• Registration with the NZ Nursing Council and a current Annual Practising Certificate;
• Current New Zealand Work Permit;
• A minimum of 2 years NZ experience
• Preference will be given to nurses who have worked in an Acute DHB setting in New Zealand;
• A requirement to work across all shifts, preference for night shifts is advantageous.

Working at 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply

To apply please click Apply online or apply via our Waikato Careers website by clicking here.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59 pm on 4 December

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Rachael Devey at

We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.