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Registered Nurse - Post Anaesthetic Care Unit

Registered Nurse - Post Anaesthetic Care Unit

New Zealand GovernmentNew Zealand
2 days ago
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## Mo tenei turanga mahi | About this role

  • Work where others holiday – enjoy the stunning beaches, trendy cafés, and a vibrant coastal lifestyle in Tauranga
  • Part-time fixed term position up to August 2026 – 0.9 FTE
  • Perfect for lifestyle flexibility while contributing to meaningful mahi
  • Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.
  • About the Role
  • This is your chance to step into a high-performing perioperative environment, where clinical excellence is expected and supported.

As a Registered Nurse in PACU, you will provide immediate post-anaesthetic care for patients undergoing both acute / trauma and elective surgeries.This fixed-term role offers exposure to a wide range of surgical specialties in a dynamic 24-hour service.

You will be part of a team that values professional development, encourages ongoing learning, and supports nurses to pursue postgraduate education.

Orientation is thorough, and your contributions will be recognised and celebrated.

  • About the Team / Service / Location
  • The Perioperative Department at Tauranga Hospital is home to eight state-of-the-art operating theatres, offering a full range of surgical services.
  • Our PACU team delivers excellent post-anaesthesia care and thrives on collaboration, adaptability, and quality care.

    Located in the heart of Tauranga, you will enjoy working in a modern facility while living in one of New Zealand's most beautiful coastal cities.

    to learn more about the Bay of Plenty

  • About you
  • You are a compassionate and capable Registered Nurse who brings clinical experience and a calm, confident presence to the PACU setting.
  • You work well under pressure and find satisfaction in being part of a team that supports patients through the critical phases of recovery.

  • What you will bring :
  • Current NZNC registration and Annual Practicing Certificate
  • Recent clinical experience in PACU or a high-dependency surgical setting
  • Ability to provide care for patients across a variety of surgical procedures
  • A team-first attitude, strong communication skills, and a commitment to best-practice care
  • Flexibility to work rostered shifts across Monday – Sunday
  • 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 Maori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

  • How to Apply
  • To view the position description and / or apply for the role please click
  • "apply now."
  • All applications must be submitted through our online careers portal before 11 : 59pm on
  • 27 September 2025
  • If you have any questions about the role, please contact

  • note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
  • | Location : | Bay of Plenty |

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