Provide expert cardiothoracic ICU nursing care and coordinate multidisciplinary team in Ward 48

Registered Nurse - Cardiothoracic and Vascular Intensive Care Unit (Ward 48)

CVICU stands at the forefront of specialized nursing care, grounded in clinical expertise, research, education, and innovation. As the National Center for Heart and Lung transplants, LVAD implantations, and ECMO, our 26-bed adult ICU delivers highly specialized care.

This 24-hour service at Auckland City Hospital caters to elective and acute cases. We provide intensive care for a spectrum of cardiac, thoracic, and vascular procedures, offering unparalleled learning opportunities within New Zealand.

We foster continuous professional development through ongoing education and subsidized postgraduate study. Our 12-hour shift roster supports work-life balance, while our robust orientation benefits both new and experienced ICU nurses. A guided progression path leads to senior leadership roles across Te Toka Tumai Auckland. Our global peer support network eases your transition into the New Zealand nursing landscape.

Auckland is consistently ranked among the world’s most liveable cities and is the first destination listed on Cond Nast Travellers 23 best places to go in 2023. With 80 spectacular beaches across the region and stunning gulf islands such as Waiheke just a 40-minute ferry ride away, Auckland has an enviable lifestyle. It is family-friendly, culturally diverse, and safe, and is home to New Zealand’s highest-ranking university. Tamaki Makaurau/Auckland offers an excellent environment for developing your career while enjoying a fulfilling personal life.

Local nurses with experience from other specialties (ICU/HDU, acute surgical, acute medical, cardiac, ED, etc) are also considered.

If this resonates with you, take action and apply now!

Experience:

  • Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practicing Certificate.
  • At least 3 years post-registration experience in ICU/HDU is preferred for this role.

Qualifications:

  • Registration from Nursing Council of NZ.

Skills:

  • Ability to collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
  • Demonstrate capability to work both independently and collaboratively.
  • Applies knowledge and understanding of te Tiriti o Waitangi to support culturally safe and equitable care.
  • Demonstrates professionalism, initiative, and flexibility within a fast-paced, high-acuity environment.

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.

Job Reference: ADHB25127

Location: North Island - Auckland - Central Auckland

Job type: Permanent Full time

Expertise: Clinical - Nursing - Cardiology / Coronary Care

Closes: 05-Oct-2026