Experienced Registered Nurse - PACU (Recovery)
Published : 02 / 10 / 2025
Job Location :
Kensington / Whangarei / New Zealand
Job Type : Permanent
Work Type : Part Time
Category :
Healthcare, Nursing & Midwifery
Join Our PACU Team – Make a Real Impact in Patient Recovery
Allevia Kensington Hospital is seeking a skilled and compassionate Registered Nurse to join our dedicated Post Anaesthesia Care Unit (PACU) Recovery team.
We have a permanent part-time opportunity available for an experienced nurse who thrives in a fast-paced, supportive environment focused on delivering high-quality, patient-centered care.
About the Role
Based in our PACU / Recovery unit
Permanent, with part-time hours
Rostered shifts of up to 10 hours
Hours range between 7 : 30am – 11 : 00pm, Monday to Saturday
What We're Looking For
Current New Zealand Practicing Certificate
Proven experience in PACU, ideally gained from a New Zealand organization
A positive, can-do attitude with a strong focus on quality and safety
A commitment to best practice and exceptional patient care
A collaborative approach and strong communication skills
Flexibility to work rostered shifts, including evenings and Saturdays
Digital literacy – familiarity with modern workplace technologies
Key Performance Expectations
Professional Practice : Role model professional nursing standards, proactively coach and transfer knowledge to junior / less experienced team members.
Provide guidance to healthcare assistants and adhere to ethical and legislative requirements.
Team Collaboration : Foster effective communication within multidisciplinary teams.
Quality & Safety : Actively participate in audits and reviews, identify and manage clinical risks, support quality improvement initiatives, and uphold infection control practices.
Compliance & Values : Champion the values, policies, and procedures of the organisation, including health & safety, Treaty of Waitangi principles, and privacy regulations.
Ongoing Development : Engage in continuous professional development and performance review processes.
What We Offer
A professional, friendly work environment
Supportive working conditions and culture
Ongoing development and training opportunities
Career advancement for those who seek future leadership opportunities
Nursing Council-approved PDRP
Attractive range of staff benefits including long service recognition, healthcare discounts and insurance, retailer discounts, staff events and functions, and an annual break over the year closure.
Ready to Apply?
If you're ready to embrace a new opportunity and help shape the future of surgical care in Northland, we'd love to hear from you!
Please provide a Cover Letter and CV with your application.
Please note, preference will be given to those applicants who hold NZ citizenship, permanent residency or valid work visa.
Discover a life in Whangarei
Just a two-hour drive north from downtown Auckland, Whangarei offers the perfect blend of lifestyle and purpose.
Whether you're local, thinking of relocating, or commuting, you'll find a welcoming workplace, a great team, and a strong sense of community at Allevia Kensington Hospital.
With welcoming, family-friendly suburbs, great schools and a laid back pace of life, your family will thrive here.
Whangarei also appeals to those seeking a simpler, more connected way of life.
Local attractions, community events, museums, outdoor adventures and beach days make this a place you'll be proud to call home.
Ready to take the next step in your nursing career?
Apply now and embark on a journey of endless possibilities with us!
Visit our website for more information on being a part of the allevia Kensington Hospital whanau,
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