Registered Nurse - Day Surgery Unit

• Southland Hospital, Invercargill
• Permanent, part-time role (0.8 FTE)
• Salary band: $81,600 - $106,739 per annum pro-rata

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

Our service presents a busy environment, navigated daily through a team-based model of care. It is essential you have a kind nature and the ability to adapt to rapidly changing clinical situations. While this role is primarily based in the day surgery ward, you may be required to assist elsewhere in the perioperative service as needed.

The work in this area is varied and interesting, with many opportunities to develop professionally. Capability development is a high priority, and there are ample opportunities for professional growth. Learning opportunities present themselves every day, and proactive, engaged learners will have every chance to enhance their skills. Our team is dedicated, professional, and committed to providing mentorship and support.

About the Team/Service/Location

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Southern has the largest geographical coverage of all New Zealand regions, providing services to 350,000 people across diverse communities. We take pride in the services we provide and aim to improve, promote, and protect the health of our region. Our dedicated and passionate staff are key to achieving these standards, and we welcome like-minded individuals to join our team.

About you

We are looking for someone experienced, organised, friendly, and calm, who can work independently and is genuinely committed to achieving the best outcomes for both patients and the team.

You will bring:

• excellent assessment skills
• a passion for working with families/whānau to provide a high standard of care
• strong teamwork and communication skills, with flexibility for shift work.

You will also have:

• current registration with the New Zealand Nursing Council and a current APC, with the right to work in New Zealand
• the demonstrated ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively with other professionals
• excellent time management, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• the ability to be adaptable, flexible, and solution-focused
• previous perioperative nursing experience (essential).

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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 diverse and inclusive workforce so we can better understand and serve our communities. We welcome applications from Māori, 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 Saturday, 4 April 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Mikayla Hamilton mikayla.hamilton@tewhatuora.govt.nz

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

We only accept online applications. Please apply via our website.