Registered Nurse – Surgical Ward (Nights)
Registered Nurse – Surgical Ward (Nights)
Southern Cross Wellington Hospital
Southern Cross Wellington Hospital is a private elective surgical hospital. The hospital features day procedure facilities, five operating theatres and a modern High Dependency unit - all of which allows the hospital to provide for the needs of a variety of patients, including those requiring complex surgical procedures.
Clinical services include Orthopaedic surgery, Neurosurgery, Colorectal surgery, Gynaecology, Paediatric surgery, Ear, Nose & Throat, Ophthalmology, Oncology and Urology. First established in 1992, the hospital has seen significant additions and upgrades on the site over recent years. The new building adjacent to the hospital at 88 Hanson Street houses a state-of-the-art Day Stay surgical facility (Wellington Surgical Centre), Affinity Medical imaging and the Southern Cross Specialist Centre.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Surgical Ward team, working permanent night shifts. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of a supportive and dynamic environment delivering high-quality patient care.
Our ward supports a diverse patient population undergoing a broad range of surgical procedures. These include orthopaedic, urology, general, and gynaecological surgeries, offering you the opportunity to further develop your clinical skills across multiple specialties. You will play an integral role in providing safe, compassionate, and patient-centred care during the critical overnight recovery period.
This is a permanent part-time (0.9 FTE) position on night shift, comprising 9 shifts per fortnight, Monday through Sunday on a rostered basis.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- Current New Zealand Registered Nurse practising certificate
- Proven experience as a Registered Nurse, ideally within a surgical or acute care setting
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively and autonomously during night shifts
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills
- Experience caring for patients undergoing a variety of surgical procedures (ortho, urology, general, or gynae is advantageous)
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
- Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining professional standards
- Flexibility and reliability to work rostered night shifts, including weekends and public holidays
Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you:
- Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package, relocation allowance, and employee referral bonus scheme.
- Health & Wellbeing: Funded health insurance, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and generous Christmas/New Year breaks.
- Flexibility & Growth: Flexible working arrangements and a Nursing Council of New Zealand-approved PDRP.
- Perks & Community: Discounts from a range of partners and the opportunity to join our Employee Network.
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:
- Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
- Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
- Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best.
We’re proud to bring together over 4,000 skilled professionals—including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians—working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health experts. Together, we’re one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most trusted healthcare providers.
Driven by a strong ‘for purpose’ ethos, we think beyond financial quarters—planning for generations to come.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.
If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation.
Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora
Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.
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