Registered Nurse - ORL/ENT Head & Neck Surgery (Ward 74)

• Join our specialist surgical team and make a difference

• Work within New Zealand's leading Otorhinolaryngology Head & Neck Surgery service which includes Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery and Hospital Dentistry specialities
• Develop advanced surgical nursing skills in a supportive and collaborative environment.
• Permanent role, 0.8 FTE working with a team committed to clinical excellence and exceptional patient care.

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 enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurses to join our dedicated and supportive team. Ward 74 is a specialist acute surgical ward providing care for patients undergoing ORL (ENT), Head & Neck Surgery, Oral &Maxillofacial Surgery (OMS), and Hospital Dentistry procedures.

This is an exciting opportunity to develop your knowledge and skills in ENT and Head & Neck surgical nursing while working alongside a highly skilled multidisciplinary team. We are committed to delivering excellent patient outcomes and fostering a positive learning environment where nurses are supported to grow, build confidence, and advance their clinical practice.

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About the Team / Service / Location

Ward 74 is located on Level 7, Building 32 at Auckland City Hospital. We are a friendly, experienced, and supportive team that values collaboration, learning, and providing exceptional patient-centred care. Working on Ward 74 offers a unique opportunity to develop specialist skills in airway management, tracheostomy care, postoperative care, and the care of patients undergoing head and neck surgery. Our nurses work closely with the multidisciplinary team to support patients and their whānau throughout their healthcare journey.

About You

To be successful in this role, you will bring:

• Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
• A current Annual Practising Certificate.
• At least one year of post-registration nursing experience in an acute hospital setting.
• Surgical nursing experience is desirable but not essential.
• A positive attitude, adaptability, and willingness to learn.

What We Offer

• A supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
• Ongoing education and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to highly specialised surgical services.
• Opportunities for career progression within a leading tertiary healthcare organisation.
• A positive and collaborative team culture.

About the Location

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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:

If you are interested in this role, please submit your CV and cover letter. For more information about this role please contact Zahira Dean, Charge Nurse, Ward 74 via Zahira.Dean@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz

If you have any queries about accessibility or technical issues with the online process, please contact Maylaine Cerna, Recruitment Consultant on maylaine.cerna@tewhatuora.govt.nz to discuss how we can best support your application.

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