Registered Nurse - Acute Assessment Unit

Registered Nurse - Acute Assessment Unit

Registered Nurse - Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital

Permanent, Part Time, 40hours per fortnight (0.5 FTE)

A great opportunity to work at the front line of acute care, building your clinical skills in a fast-paced and supportive environment.

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

As a Registered Nurse - Acute Assessment Unit, you will provide high-quality, patient-centred care to patients requiring rapid assessment and short-term treatment. You’ll use your clinical judgement to assess, plan, and deliver care, working closely with patients and whānau in a dynamic acute setting.

This is a fast-paced and varied role where you’ll manage changing priorities, support patient flow, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure timely and safe care. You’ll also play a key role in patient education, ongoing assessment, and contributing to a positive team environment focused on delivering excellent outcomes.

About the Team/Service/Location

The Acute Assessment Unit at Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Memorial Hospital is a key service supporting urgent patient assessment, treatment, and flow through the hospital. You’ll be part of a collaborative team committed to delivering safe, efficient, and high-quality care.

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About you

• As a Registered Nurse, you will bring:
• Current Nursing Council of New Zealand registration with a valid practising certificate
• Strong clinical skills and ability to work in a fast-paced acute environment
• Effective communication and teamwork skills
• Good time management and ability to prioritise competing demands
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and culturally responsive care

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 22nd September 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Tarryn Worsley ACNM tarryn.worsley@hbdhb.govt.nz or Chrisly Villanueva ACNM chrisly.villanueva@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.