Registered Nurse - General Ward & Ed - Bay Of Islands Hospital

General Ward / ED at Bay of Islands Hospital, located in KawakawaPart time, no fixed hours position working on rostered shiftsFixed term, part time roles working up to 32 hours per week also availableFlexibility in a rewarding role to make a difference in your communityHealth 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

We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse to join the General Ward / Emergency Department at Bay of Islands Hospital in Kawakawa.

The main function of the role is to utilise professional knowledge and skill to provide a holistic approach to nursing care that is safe and of the highest quality possible.

This is for a part time, no fixed hours role working on an as and when available basis.

These will be 8 hour shifts across AM, PM, nights and weekend shifts.

We are also looking for candidates who are interested in fixed term roles working up to 32 hours per week.

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About the Service and Location

The Bay of Islands Hospital is located in Kawakawa and provides care to the people of the Bay of Islands and the Mid North.

The 20-bed hospital provides comprehensive medical and paediatric services with all the supporting services and also provides a substantial community health service.

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About you

Ideally, you will have experience in leading or contributing to projects and initiatives that give effect to Te Tiriti o Waitangi principles and frameworks, with a strong understanding of Matauranga Maori and Kaupapa Maori approaches, particularly as they apply within healthcare settings.

NZ Nursing Registration with a current practising certificateRecent clinical experience, ideally in a rural settingPeople orientated interests and demonstrated ability to practice in a culturally safe mannerAdaptability and flexibility to work in an unpredictable and busy environmentIt is essential you have competency in te ao Maori, tikanga, and te reo Maori, or you show a commitment to begin your journey and taking ownership of learning and development in these areas.

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 now.

All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal by 29 October

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Recruitment team on

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