This is your opportunity to work at a hospital where cutting-edge technology meets clinical excellence, and every day offers the chance to make a real difference. Welcome to St George’s Hospital in Christchurch, an Incorporated Society and registered Charity, operated by and for the people of Canterbury. We’re home to 13 state-of-the-art operating theatres, Cardiac Cath Lab, Cancer Care Centre and Eye Care Centre. Our multidisciplinary teams perform a broad spectrum of procedures, from routine surgeries to highly specialised and complex cases, with dedicated ICU and HDU facilities ensuring the best care for our patients.
At St George’s Hospital, we are on a mission to be a centre of excellence in healthcare within a culture of caring where patients choose to be treated and professionals aspire to work. We are committed to Te Tiriti o Waitangi. We promote equity, diversity, and inclusion of all communities we serve, and who are represented in our workforce.
Are you ready to be part of a passionate, innovative, and supportive team that is shaping the future of healthcare? Join us and take your career to the next level.
Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer
We are committed to developing our fabulous team and offer a range of fantastic benefits and opportunities including:
A nurturing and collaborative workplace where team members feel valued, connected, and empowered to grow both personally and professionally.
Extensive robotic program – investment in latest technology
Amazing opportunities for professional, personal, clinical and leadership development
Very competitive remuneration packages
St George’s provides indemnity insurance for all colleagues
5 weeks annual leave
Option of secure subsidised onsite parking
Immediate Income Protection and Life Insurance
Discount at our on-site café and pharmacy
A supportive and welcoming workplace that values your well-being — including a Christmas closure (annual leave used), so you can enjoy quality rest and time with your family and friends.
Job Description
Mō te tūnga | About our Role:
We are looking for experienced registered nurses to join our casual pool. If you enjoy the flexibility of casual work and have experience in either general surgical nursing, orthopaedic nursing, neurosurgical nursing, or cardiothoracic nursing we want to hear from you.
When you join our team, you will be professionally accountable for the exceptional quality nursing management of patients and ensuring the environment is safe and conducive to the wellbeing of patients, their whānau, staff and visitors.
Desired Skills and Experience
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Essential skills/experience for the role:
Your passion for excellent patient care and clinical expertise will make you stand out, but we know you will also bring more than this to your nursing. You will also:
Have excellent supportive, engaging and positive team skills
Demonstration of a commitment to professional practice, and professional and personal development
Current Registration
Experience within a ward environment (in particular either general, neurosurgical, orthopaedic, or cardiothoracic specialties)
Be an excellent communicator, facilitator and advocate for patients
Be able to work with all our hospital teams in all aspects of our service
Actively seek opportunities for relationship, practice and service development
Have the initiative and ability to contribute to and support best practice standards.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
All applications must be submitted through our website. Click on 'Apply for this job' and follow the online application process. For a copy of the full position, please visit the careers section of our websitewww.stgeorges.org.nz/careers/vacancies
Applicants must be a New Zealand resident or have a current New Zealand work permit. A copy of your current New Zealand work permit status must be attached to your CV.
