Casual Registered Nurse - Nursing Resource Unit at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui, Manawatu / Whanganui
Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role
Whanganui Hospital - Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora - Whanganui District
Workforce Unit
Casual Registered Nurse
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
We are seeking casual Registered Nurses to provide high-quality nursing care and support across a range of clinical settings within Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Whanganui.
This casual position offers flexibility and variety, providing opportunities to work across inpatient, outpatient, community, and other clinical services as required. Working as part of a multidisciplinary team, you will contribute to the delivery of safe, effective, and patient-centred care while supporting the efficient operation of health services across the district.
About the Team / Service / Location
Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora Whanganui provides a wide range of healthcare services to the people of the Whanganui and Rangitīkei regions. Our teams are committed to delivering high-quality care that improves health outcomes for our community.
As a casual team member, you will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced and supportive colleagues across a variety of clinical areas. This role offers flexibility while contributing to services that make a meaningful difference to patients, whānau, and communities.
About You
- Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practising Certificate and registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand.
- Demonstrates practice consistent with the competencies and expectations of the Registered Nurse scope of practice.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with patients, whānau, colleagues, and multidisciplinary teams.
- Able to work independently and collaboratively, demonstrating sound clinical judgement and decision-making.
- Adaptable and flexible, with the ability to work across different clinical environments and services.
- Computer literate, with experience using Microsoft Office applications and electronic clinical systems.
- Previous nursing experience in hospital, community, or other healthcare settings is desirable.
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 serve 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 the closing date. If you have any questions about the role, please contact jobs@wdhb.org.nz.
We will review applications as received and may proceed with the recruitment process prior to the closing date of this advertisement.
Ngā taipitopito tūranga mahi | Job details
| Employer: | Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Whanganui |
| Location: | Manawatu / Whanganui |
| Position type: | Casual |
| Category: | Health |
| Date listed: | 25-Aug-2026 |
| Salary range: | |
| Closing date: | 22-Sep-2026 |
| Reference: | 08-RNNR-5815 |
| Attachment: | RN NRU PD updated Jul 2026.docx (Word, 958KB) |
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| Website: | https://www.wdhb.org.nz/ |
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