Registered Nurse - PAC/SAU

• Based at Tauranga hospital + Free onsite parking
• Permanent part-time position 0.5 FTE (20 hours per week)
• Subsidised onsite hospital gym membership + Free Flu vaccinations + Discounted goods

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is dedicated to serving all New Zealanders. Through integration and collaboration, we are building a health system underpinned by partnership, equity, sustainability, whānau-centred care, and excellence.

About the Role

The Perioperative Department is currently looking for an experienced Surgical Admission Unit (SAU) Registered Nurse to join their vibrant and innovative nursing team working in the surgical admissions unit. This role requires you to be part of a 24-hour rotating roster, to cover all shifts.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

Working at Tauranga Hospital, you will be part of a highly skilled, and supportive team in the perioperative department.In this role you will be supported and encouraged to develop your skills within the team including progression via PDRP and post graduate education.

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About you

Our preferred candidates will have: 

• Recent surgical / perioperative experience 
• A current NZ nursing registration, current practising certificate 
• A passion for quality and the ability to care for patients undergoing a variety of acute and elective surgical procedures.

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 Māori, 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 14 November 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Careers at BP-Careers@Tewhatuora.govt.nz  

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.