Registered Nurse

Job Description

Location: Auckland, New Zealand
Employment Type: Full-Time (0.9 FTE)

If you’re an experienced critical care nurse ready to take the next step, this Registered Nurse – Surgical HDU opportunity offers the chance to work in one of New Zealand’s most advanced private surgical environments. Join a supportive, high-performing team where clinical excellence, professional growth, and patient-centred care go hand in hand.

This role is based at Ascot Hospital, part of Allevia Hospitals, a leader in private surgical care across Auckland.

About the Role – Surgical HDU Nursing in Auckland

As a Registered Nurse in the Surgical High Dependency Unit (HDU), you’ll care for patients requiring close monitoring and advanced post-operative support. You’ll be part of a collaborative, well-led team supported by an experienced Charge Nurse Manager and dedicated clinical educators.

Key Specialties in Our HDU

• Neurosurgery
• Complex spinal orthopaedics
• Vascular surgery
• General surgery
• Urology
• Gynaecology

This is a 0.9 FTE position, with shifts comprising a mix of 8- and 12-hour rosters (primarily 12-hour shifts), mainly Monday to Friday with occasional weekends.

What You’ll Bring

To succeed in this Surgical HDU nursing role, you will have:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse in New Zealand with a valid APC
• Minimum 2 years’ post-registration experience in ICU or HDU (adult surgical setting)
• Experience in New Zealand or comparable healthcare systems (Australia, UK, Ireland)
• Confidence working in fast-paced, high-acuity clinical environments
• Flexibility to work fully rostered shifts
• Commitment to ongoing professional development

Your ability to remain calm under pressure, think critically, and deliver safe, evidence-based patient care will be highly valued.

Why Join Allevia Hospitals?

As part of Allevia Health, Allevia Hospitals is one of New Zealand’s largest private surgical providers, operating 25 theatres across three Auckland sites. Clinical services include ICU and HDU, supporting complex and high-acuity surgical cases.

Employee Benefits

• Competitive pay aligned with the new NZNO collective agreement
• Free on-site car parking
• Christmas and New Year close-down period
• Recruit-a-Buddy referral programme
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Discounted childcare, gym memberships, and e-cycles
• Staff discounts on hospital fees, pharmacy, and major retail outlets through the Boost programme

Professional Development & Clinical Excellence

We are committed to investing in our people. Every new team member receives a structured orientation programme and ongoing education delivered by experienced clinical educators.

Working alongside many of Auckland’s leading surgical specialists, you’ll gain exposure to advanced surgical care across orthopaedics, cardiothoracic, neurology, oncology, reconstructive plastics, and more.

This is more than a job — it’s a long-term career pathway within a respected private healthcare organisation.

Who This Role Is Ideal For

This position is perfect for ICU or HDU nurses who want to:

• Work in a high-acuity private surgical hospital
• Expand their clinical expertise in neurosurgery and complex orthopaedics
• Join a supportive and forward-thinking nursing team
• Build a stable, rewarding nursing career in Auckland

Apply Now – Advance Your Surgical Nursing Career

If you’re passionate about delivering exceptional patient outcomes in a Surgical HDU setting, this is your opportunity to join a growing, dynamic organisation that values your expertise.

To apply or learn more, contact:
Jan Arnold – Recruitment
e-mail : jan.arnold@allevia.co.nz

Take the next step in your Registered Nurse – Surgical HDU career and become part of a team committed to clinical excellence, innovation, and compassionate care across Auckland.