Registered Nurse | Greymouth

• West Coast - Greymouth
• Fixed term position until 24/04/2026 working 32 hours per week

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. 

Are you a Registered Nurse who thrives in a dynamic, rural hospital environment where every day brings variety and challenge?

Join our dedicated General Ward team on the West Coast, where your skills, compassion, and clinical expertise will make a real difference to patients, whānau, and the wider community.

About the Role

As a Registered Nurse in our General Ward, you will:

• Provide safe, effective, and evidence-based nursing care across a range of Medical and Surgical presentations.
• Utilise your advanced assessment, decision-making, and critical care skills to support patients with complex needs.
• Work collaboratively with a skilled multi-disciplinary team to deliver person and whānau-centred care.
• Lead and support Enrolled Nurses, Health Care Assistants, and others to ensure excellence in care delivery.
• Promote culturally safe practice, aligned with Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equity-focused health outcomes for Māori and Pacific peoples.
• Contribute to service improvement, innovation, and integration to strengthen our local model of care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality nursing care in accordance with professional, ethical, and legal standards.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation to a high standard.
• Support the development of patient-centred care plans, ensuring involvement of patients, whānau, and community.
• Promote and model a safe, supportive, and professional environment for staff and patients alike.
• Escalate clinical and professional concerns appropriately.

About you

• Current New Zealand Nursing Council registration with a valid APC.
• Strong clinical skills, with experience in acute medical/surgical care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to culturally safe practice and equity of health outcomes.
• Adaptability, resilience, and the ability to work confidently in a rural setting.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a supportive, close-knit team that values collaboration and professional growth.
• Enjoy variety in your role, working across a wide spectrum of cases.
• Access to ongoing professional development, training, and career progression opportunities.
• Contribute to delivering meaningful healthcare that strengthens our West Coast community.

Working for 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. 

We particularly welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

Health NZ West Coast is situated on the West Coast of New Zealand’s South Island. It is unmatched for the scale, diversity, and accessibility of its natural attractions, including rugged coastline, sandy beaches, rainforests, and some of the highest mountain peaks in the country. The region boasts robust tourism and primary production industries, which provide the backbone of the local economy. The town of Greymouth is central to Te Tai o Poutini West Coast and is located alongside the historically rich and picturesque Grey river.

Health NZ West Coast are proud of how we do things. We have a way of working that we consider unique. It's about trying new things, listening to ideas from wherever they come from and working together as one. We are passionate about attracting, recruiting, and retaining talented people – to become part of our team.

How to Apply

To view the position description and/or apply for the role please click “apply now.” All applications must be submitted through our online careers. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Kerri McCarthy at Kerri.McCarthy@TeWhatuOra.govt.nz.

Please note, we will be reviewing applications when received and may proceed with the recruitment process, before the closing date of this advert.