Registered Nurse | Theatre

Join a supportive theatre team in Whangarei.

Up to $52.86 / hr, Mon-Fri shifts, minimal weekends, PDRP recognition, funded CPD & great perks.

Apply now.Operating Theatre Registered Nurse (Scrub / Scout) Location : Whangarei, New Zealand Pay : Up to $52.86 / hour (DOE) + excellent benefits Hours : Permanent, full-time | 8, 9 or 10-hour shifts (Mon–Fri) | Minimal weekends (occasional Saturdays) Step into a theatre that invests in you If you love precision, calm under pressure, and a team that has your back, this role ticks the lot.

You'll join a supportive surgical service with structured orientation, genuine career pathways, and work-life balance that's actually planned into the year.

What's on offer Full induction & ongoing development – supported orientation, mentorship, and subsidised courses / conferences.

Career progression – Nursing Council-approved PDRP with remuneration recognition.

Work–life balance – planned Christmas / New Year closure + long-service leave entitlements.

Wellbeing & perks – wellness programme and incentives, ~20% hospital discount, external staff benefits, staff appreciation events.

Competitive pay – achievements recognised with remuneration increases.

What you'll do Deliver safe, evidence-based perioperative care as a key member of the theatre team (primarily scrub / scout).

Collaborate seamlessly with surgeons, anaesthetists and MDT colleagues to deliver best-practice outcomes.

Maintain sterile technique, complete accurate counts, and document to a high standard.

Contribute to continuous improvement and a positive, professional team culture.

What you'll bring NZNC Registered Nurse with a current APC.

Eligibility to work in New Zealand.

12+ months recent NZ operating theatre experience (scrub / scout).

Excellent communication, teamwork and patient-centred care.

A proactive, "can-do" approach and flexibility to pick up additional hours if required.

Why nurses choose this team You'll get modern theatres, a genuinely supportive, pro-active team, nationally recognised development pathways, and a roster that respects your life outside of work.

It's not just another job—it's a career-enhancing move.

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