Registered Nurse discharge lounge 1.0 FTE fixed term
- Provide expert nursing advice, support, and coordination for efficient and timely patient discharge
- Have influence in a test of change and a different way of working
- Fixed term role till 30th September
- 1FTE full time
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
You will be providing excellent service to our inpatients by enabling safe, efficient and timely discharge
This is a temporary position, working 80 hours a fortnight, Monday to Friday between the hours of 0700 – 1600, supporting our patients and inpatient teams with timely discharge.
This will be fulfilling work, with time to enjoy the Nelson lifestyle.
About the Team/Service/ Location
You will be working with Flow Co Ordinator and the Duty Nurse Manager. You will be based in W10 lounge area but when required may help in wards with discharge processes.
About you
You will have the following skills and experience:
- Recent acute care hospital experience
- In-depth understanding of discharge processes
- An understanding of patient flow
- A commitment to providing a quality service and being part of a high performing team
- Versatility and flexibility
- Current Registered Nurse registration and NZNC practising certificate.
This role would suit a nurse who thrives in a fast-paced environment, has great assessment and time management skills, is confident in their practice, can work autonomously and can relate well to a wide variety of stakeholders including patients, families and our multidisciplinary teams.
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 08.04.26. If you have any general questions or for a copy of the position description please contact the nursing recruiter on Lee.Packer@tewhatuora.govt.nz or for more role specific questions please contact Charlotte Walker Charge Nurse Manager Patient Flow on Charlotte.Walker@nmdhb.govt.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.
Fixed Term
Job no: R2N26-077
Location: Nelson Hospital
Closing Date: Wednesday, 8 April 2026