Registered Nurse - Special Care Baby Unit at Health New Zealand - Te Whatu Ora Te Matau a Māui Hawke's Bay, Hawkes Bay

Mō tēnei tūranga mahi | About this role

• Registered Nurse - Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldiers Hospital
• Part Time, fixed term until April 2027, 64 hours per fortnight (0.8 FTE) rostered and rotating sifts
• A rewarding opportunity to provide specialist care to neonates and their whānau in a supportive, highly skilled team environment on a fixed term basis to cover maternity leave.

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 in the Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU), you will provide safe, evidence based and whanau centred care to newborns requiring specialised support.

You will undertake comprehensive assessments, develop and evaluate care plans, and deliver nursing interventions that support the health, development and wellbeing of neonates. You will work closely with parents and whānau, providing education, guidance and emotional support throughout their babys care journey.

The role involves working collaboratively with paediatricians, nurses, allied health and the wider multidisciplinary team, while maintaining accurate documentation and contributing to safe staffing practices. You will also support student nurses and new staff, participate in ongoing professional development, and contribute to continuous improvement within the service.

This role is ideal for a nurse who is passionate about neonatal care and values working in a close, supportive team environment.

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About the Team/Service/ Location

You will be part of the Paediatric Services team at Hawkes Bay Fallen Soldier Memorial Hospital, working within the Special Care Baby Unit. The service provides specialist neonatal care to babies requiring additional monitoring, treatment and support, working closely with maternity services and wider hospital teams.

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About you

You are a compassionate and capable nurse with a strong interest in neonatal care and supporting whānau during a critical time. You will have:

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Ability to manage time effectively in a clinical environment
• IV designation
• Commitment to Te Tiriti o Waitangi and equitable health outcomes

Desired:

• A current PDRP portfolio
• Neonatal or Special Care Baby Unit experience

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 18th June 2026. If you have any questions about the role, please contact Michelle Robertson - michelle.robertson@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.