Registered Nurse - Paediatrics at Bay of Plenty District Health Board (Tauranga/Whakatane), Bay of Plenty

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

Mō Tātou – About Us

Living in the sunniest place in New Zealand isn't the only reason people have to smile in the Eastern Bay of Plenty. Our stunning region offers New Zealand's recently voted favourite beach, endless other coastlines to ancient forests and is blessed with breath-taking landscapes and rich Māori culture.

Whakatane is the sunshine capital of New Zealand, with 11km of unspoiled beach (Ohope Beach is NZ most loved beach), stunning native bush, lots of community activities, many cafes, and shops. There are good schools and excellent sports and recreational clubs and facilities.

See and Do | Whakatāne NZ

The Bay of Plenty District Health Board is spread across a vast geographical area and centred across two hospitals based in Tauranga and Whakatāne.  The BOPDHB is one of the Bay of Plenty's largest employers with over 4000 staff.

He kōrero mō te tūranga - About the Role

The Children's Ward/Te Whare Whakarata Taitamariki provides whānau centred care for children and adolescents in the acute care environment in Whakatāne hospital. 

We are a kind, friendly team of skilled and motivated nurses all working to provide quality health outcomes for the child, family and our communities.  

We have multiple permanent Registered Nurse positions available, there are both part-time and full-time positions available for the right applicant, based at the Whakatāne Hospital.

Please state in your cover letter how many hours you wish to be considered for.

He korero mōu - About You

Knowledge of Tikanga, Te Tiriti o Waitangi, and the principles of Kaupapa Māori is an asset. Applicants must be committed to implementing Te Toi Ahorangi Strategy to ensure tamariki and their whānau move towards Toi Ora. 

Ko o Tatou Painga – Our Benefits

• Flexible working options for a healthy work-life balance
• Highly rewarding role and opportunity to make a difference!
• Be a valued member of a multidisciplinary team
• SWEAT, our onsite gym
• Free onsite parking
• Discounts (with local businesses)

If you have a passion for family centred care within the acute environment and would like to join our fantastic team, we would like to hear from you.

Ngā uarātanga ō ā mātou mahi – Our Values

At the Bay of Plenty District Health Board (BOPDHB) we recruit for our Manaakitanga CARE values. Why do we do this? Because values-based teams deliver better care.

Our manaakitanga CARE values (Compassion, All-one-team, Responsive and Excellence) support each of us to make a difference every day in the things we do and say. Therefore, it's important that when recruiting, we recruit new colleagues who live by our CARE values.

Me pēhea te tuku tono - How to Apply

You can view the position description below and to apply for the role please click “APPLY NOW”

For tracking and reporting purposes, all applications must be submitted through our online career's portal.

The BOPDHB are committed to improving Māori health outcomes and achieving health equity for Māori through Te Tiriti o Waitangi obligations. It is essential you demonstrate an awareness of Māori indigenous rights and current issues in relation to health and health equity.

Following the update to COVID-19 Public Health Response (Vaccinations) Order 2021, to be employed with Bay of Plenty DHB you will be required to be fully vaccinated as a health care worker.  Evidence of your vaccination status will be required at offer stage.  If you do not meet this criteria, we are unable to progress your application.

All applications must be made online.