Taranaki District Health Board, New Plymouth

Ward 3B - Orthopaedics & Gynaecology 

Multiple FTE, Permanent
 

New Plymouth was named the most liveable city, for a population between 75,000-150,000, by the International Awards for Liveable Communities

Why Taranaki?

Taranaki boasts some of New Zealand’s most iconic natural landscapes like Mt Taranaki and many adventure activities. The rugged and wild coastline is home to more than 12 world-class surf breaks. Taranaki is a place where you can ski and surf in the same day.  For a more relaxing experience, there are many walks (bush, coastal or mountain) as well as   art trails, festivals and award-winning museums and galleries and a thriving café culture.  Click here to read more information about Taranaki.

The Taranaki District Health Board is a large organisation operating in the exciting, changing Health sector. To hear more about our culture view the video on our careers page.

Applications are invited from Registered Nurses to fill positions in our busy orthopaedic and gynaecology (along with surgical specialties) ward.  We care for patients from the age of 15 with both acute and planned admissions so there is always something to learn! 

These positions are rostered and rotating shift patterns and staff will be required to work 8 hour shifts at the following times:

0645 - 1515

1445 - 2315

2245 - 0715

1030 - 1900

Ideally candidates will have:

• Recent nursing experience in a NZ DHB
• Suitable for recent NETP nurses
• Orthopaedic / Gynaecology / Surgical nursing experience
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Motivation and self direction
• Be committed to self directed learning
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Current Annual Practising Certificate
• Be motivated and willing to learn 
• The desire to work as part of a team 

We are constantly working towards working together - this includes supporting student nurses, new staff and those that come to help.  A commitment to team work and a strong patient focus is required. 

Please click here to view full job description.

If you are interested in the position please "apply online" from this page.

If you would like further information about this position, please contact Nicole Sim (Clinical Nurse Manager - 3B) on 06 753 7777 ext 8611 or via email Nicole.Sim@tdhb.org.nz 

Application close Sunday 13 February 2022.