Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife - NRU

Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife – Nursing Resource Unit

Whanganui Hospital | Casual

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

Are you a compassionate Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife looking for work that fits your lifestyle while making a real difference?

Join our dynamic team where your expertise is valued, and your schedule is respected. We are currently seeking dedicated Casual Registered Nurses and Midwives to work in the Nursing Resource Unit. There are opportunities to work in either General Nursing, Mental Health, District Nursing, Midwifery and Supportive Discharge Services.

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Impact: Whether you're providing clinical care in the hospital or at home, supporting mental health recovery, or helping patients transition safely from hospital to home, your work directly improves lives.
• True Flexibility: As a casual role, you choose when you work. Perfect for nurses and midwives seeking extra income, those balancing study/family, or professionals who thrive in varied settings.
• Supportive Environment: Work alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams with robust clinical supervision and ongoing professional development opportunities.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse or Registered Midwife with the Nursing/Midwifery Council of New Zealand.
• Good clinical assessment skills and ability to work autonomously.
• Excellent communication and empathy.
• Own reliable transport and valid driver's license (for district/community roles).

Why Choose Whanganui?

Imagine finishing work and within 10 minutes being home, walking along the beach, paddling the Whanganui River or enjoying one of New Zealand's thriving arts communities.

Whanganui offers an exceptional lifestyle with affordable housing, excellent schools, short commute times and easy access to both Wellington, New Plymouth or Ruapehu. Whether you're looking for more time with family, outdoor adventure, or a better work-life balance, Whanganui offers the opportunity to build both your career and your lifestyle.

Joining our team means becoming part of a close-knit hospital where your ideas are valued, your leadership is visible, and you have the opportunity to make a real difference every day.

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 serve our communities. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

If you are looking for a leadership opportunity where you can grow professionally while enjoying an outstanding quality of life, we'd love to hear from you.

How to Apply

To apply please click “apply now.”  All applications must be submitted through our online careers' portal If you have any questions about the role, please contact Jevada Haitana Jevada.haitana@wdhb.org.nz

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