Where you’ll be working: Waikato Hospital – Delivery Suite & Women’s Assessment Unit
The details: Fixed Term – 80 hours per fortnight – 1 FTE
Te whiwhinga mahi | The Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified Registered Nurse to cover a fixed term position which is due to end on 1 February 2026.
Are you an empathetic, non-judgmental registered nurse keen to make a difference? Do you have a passion for working with women, babies and their whanau?
Key responsibilities of the role:
- Promote excellence in clinical practice and ensure provision of high-quality maternity care to patients and their whanau including neonates.
- Escalate issues as required and ensure workflow processes maximise clinical safety.
- Work closely with the multi-disciplinary team, whilst using excellent communication to ensure patient safety and ongoing care.
- Take part in ward improvement and safety initiatives.
- Promote Turanga Kaupapa in all aspects of midwifery including enabling a culturally safe maternity environment.
The position would be predominantly based in the birthing suite, birthing suite HDU and Women’s Assessment Unit – Maternity ED. You will however also work in other areas in the Women’s Health Service such as in the gynaecology ward, postnatal ward, and Women’s Health Clinics. While this is a challenging environment, it is equally very rewarding, and you will be part of a dedicated and supportive team.
Minimum Requirements:
- Current registration with Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practicing Certificate.
- Have completed a NETP programme or have a minimum of 2 years’ experience within the NZ health setting.
- Be a team player with a positive attitude and excellent communication skills.
- Have the ability to effectively coordinate your own workload and adjust to changing priorities.
- The desire to provide excellence in care within a multidisciplinary team.
- Must be available to work a rotating roster across all days/shifts.
Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply
Please apply online as applications are unable to be accepted via email. If you have any questions about the role please contact the Recruitment Team – **********@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz
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