Registered Nurse

• Registered Nurse Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital
• Fixed Term until April 2027, Part-Time 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
• Join a highly specialised team at the forefront of stroke and neurological care in Hawkes Bay.

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

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled Registered Nurse to join our Hyperacute Stroke Neurology Unit on a fixedterm contract to cover parental leave. In this specialised area, you will provide highquality, evidenceinformed nursing care to patients experiencing acute neurological events, including stroke, seizures, and other complex neurological conditions.

Youll carry out comprehensive nursing assessments, identify changing health needs, plan and implement care, and evaluate outcomes in partnership with patients and their whanau. You will use clinical tools such as TrendCare, maintain accurate documentation, and support safe staffing and patient flow by contributing to Variance Response Management (VRM).

As part of the nursing team, youll also play a key role in supporting students, graduates and new staff, helping to foster a learningrich and supportive environment.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

The Hyperacute Stroke Neurology Unit at Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital is a fastpaced, highly skilled clinical area where early intervention and coordinated multidisciplinary care are essential.

Youll be joining a team of experienced nurses, neurologists, allied health professionals and support staff who work collectively to deliver safe, timely and culturally responsive care. The team embraces the values of Te Mauri o Rongo - ensuring a supportive, respectful and collaborative environment for both patients and staff.

For more information on living and working in Hawkes Bay click HERE

About you

Youre a motivated, reflective and patientfocused nurse who thrives in an acute clinical setting. You bring strong criticalthinking skills and a commitment to delivering highquality, personcentred care.

You will have:

• Current NZ Nursing Council registration and APC
• Experience applying Te Tiriti o Waitangi in practice
• Strong assessment, communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to prioritise effectively in a dynamic environment
• A commitment to evidencebased practice and safe documentation

Desired:

• A PDRP portfolio
• At least two years of clinical experience
• An interest in developing neurological nursing expertise

You bring professionalism, resilience, cultural safety and a genuine desire to support patients and whanau during critical health events.

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 Maori, 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 12th March 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Pip Hutchinson Pip.Hutchinson@hbdhb.govt.nz

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.