Registered Nurse Perioperative Nelson .9 FTE permanent


  • Experienced theatre nurse required.
  • 0.9FTE permanent
  • Working in Sunny Nelson

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

Seeking a NZ Registered Nurse with a current APC and post-registration experience working with a multi-disciplinary perioperative team. You will have a positive attitude, an innovative and adaptable approach to practice, excellent communication skills and a real commitment to providing quality patient-centred care. You will also be a team player, who enjoys keeping up to date with clinical practice, with excellent organisational and time management skills.

Shifts are rostered and rotating across Monday to Sunday with on call after hours. 

About the Team/Service

Nelson Hospital Theatre Suite consists of 6 Operating Theatres with a Recovery Room, a Sterile Services department and Endoscopy suite. We are a friendly and supportive team focusing on providing a caring and professional environment, delivering quality care and extended nursing practice.

About You

  • You will be a NZ Registered Nurse with a current APC and post-registration experience working with a multi-disciplinary perioperative team.
  • You will have a positive attitude, an innovative and adaptable approach to practice, excellent communication skills and a real commitment to providing quality patient-centred care.
  • You will also be a team player, who enjoys keeping up to date with clinical practice, with excellent organisational and time management skills.

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 02.05.26. If you have any general questions please contact the nursing recruiter on Lee.Packer@tewhatuora.govt.nz or for more role specific questions please contact Monette Johnston on Monette.Johnston@nmdhb.govt.nz.

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

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Permanent Part time

Job no: R2N26-079

Location: Nelson Hospital

Closing Date: Saturday, 2 May 2026