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
Relocation contribution may be considered
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 have a rare opportunity to join our friendly and experienced operating theatre team. As CNS ENT/MaxFax you will provide overall direction and management for this specialty. This exciting and demanding role involves a high level of collaboration with clinicians and the theatre services manager, strategic direction for the ENT/MaxFax team development, and management of specialty equipment (including capital expenditure recommendations).
This is a 0.9-1.0 FTE position and will be required to work across the usual shifts spans in Operating Theatre.
Desired Skills and Experience
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Essential skills/experience for the role:
Your passion for high quality perioperative 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:
Be a senior Registered Nurse with a minimum of 3 year’s leadership experience in this specialty area (essential)
Have extensive knowledge and experience in ENT/MaxFax surgical procedures and theatre nursing
Have excellent communication skills
Passion to grow people with excellent supportive, engaging and positive team skills
Have experience in the management of resources required for the provision of excellent service
Demonstrate a commitment to professional practice, and professional and personal development
Be an excellent communicator, facilitator and advocate for patients
A current NZ Nursing Registration and annual practicing certificate (APC) is essential.
Tono ināianei | Apply now
All applications must be submitted through our website. Please note in your application which specialty are you have expertise in.
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.
