Registered Nurse - Theatre
Registered Nurse – Theatre
Southern Cross Invercargill Hospital
Southern Cross Invercargill Hospital is the southernmost private surgical hospital in the Southern Cross network, it is widely known and used by people throughout the Southland and Queenstown-Wakatipu basin areas.
The hospital features advanced theatre systems, including robotic orthopaedic surgery. Our highly skilled and caring team provide excellent care to 4200 patients per year. Our elective surgical services include Breast; Endoscopy and Gastroenterology; General; Gynaecology; Ophthalmology; Oral and Maxillofacial; Orthopaedic; Ear Nose and Throat; and Urology surgery.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Theatre Nurse to join our high-performing perioperative team in a 0.6 FTE permanent position. Orthopaedic experience is desirable.
This is not just another theatre role — this is your chance to work at the forefront of advanced surgery in a modern, digitally equipped operating environment. You will be an integral part of delivering high-quality elective procedures. As an experienced theatre nurse, you will confidently scrub and circulate across a wide range of lists, bringing clinical precision and strong situational awareness to every case. You will work collaboratively alongside skilled surgeons, anaesthetists, and the wider multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, innovative, evidence-based perioperative care.
This role offers the opportunity to be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team culture where professionalism, collaboration, and continuous improvement are highly valued. If you are passionate about orthopaedics and thrive in a technically demanding theatre environment, this is your opportunity to contribute to outstanding surgical outcomes while continuing to grow your expertise.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- A NZ Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practising Certificate
- 2 - 3+ years of hands-on orthopaedic theatre experience is essential – you must be confident and competent in both scrubbing and circulating for orthopaedic procedures
- The ability to remain calm, focused, and highly organised in a fast-paced surgical environment
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to build strong working relationships within a multidisciplinary team
- A proactive, adaptable mindset with a commitment to patient safety and high standards of clinical practice
- PDRP proficient or expert level (or working towards it), reflecting your commitment to ongoing professional development
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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