ICU Registrars, Nelson Hospital (6 months) February 2027
ICU Registrars, Nelson Hospital, Fixed Term Full-time
Join a talented team of individuals who work together to make a positive difference
Make a lifestyle choice – live and work in one of New Zealand’s most beautiful regions.
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
As an ICU Registrar, you will provide support to other departments requiring an outreach / critical care service need.
We have 7x full-time positions fixed term for 6 months (1.0 FTE). The hours are Monday to Friday 0800 to 1600 with handover at 1500. Monday to Friday midshift 1500 to 2300 with handover at 2200. Monday to Friday night shift 2200 to 0800 with handover at 0800. Saturday and Sunday day shift 0800 to 2030 with handover at 2000. Saturday and Sunday night shift 2000 to 0800 with handover at 0800. Public holidays have both a day 0800 to 1600 and a midshift 1500 to 2300 shift.
Please view the position description for further information.
About the Team/Service/ Location
You’ll be joining our multi-disciplinary team working in intensive care led by a mix of intensivists and anaesthetists with an ICU interest. You will be working within a secondary care setting participating in the Intensive Care roster, including supporting the PAR (Patient at Risk) service. The ICU is currently working towards training accreditation from CICM.
Our success is as a whole. Collegiality and collaboration across all disciplines are key to our delivery of a successful service to our patients and our community. A strong sense of community and belonging is reflected in everything we do. If this sounds like the sort of environment that you will thrive in, then we want to hear from you!
For more information on living and working in Nelson click here
About you
As an ICU Registrar, you will be registered with the NZ Medical Council and have minimum of PGY3 with minimum 2 year’s experience. We are looking for those who are ready to bring their skills and experience to a smaller provincial hospital and enjoy the lifestyle that this affords.
Eligibility for registration can be checked via this link https://www.mcnz.org.nz/registration/getting-registered/tool/ .
The successful candidate must be eligible to work in New Zealand or be able to obtain a visa to work in NZ.
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 service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse 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 08 June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact
Sonja Rae (Recruitment) at sonja.rae@tewhatuora.govt.nz OR
Loretta Matheson, RMO Team Leader by email Loretta.Matheson@nmdhb.govt.nz or phone 027 246 0080.
Job ref: RMO26-012
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Whilst Health New Zealand is undergoing change, affected
employees will be given preference and priority for this position.
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Fixed Term/Contract/Full Time
Job no: RMO26-012
Location: Nelson Hospital
Closing Date: Monday, 8 June 2026