Registered Nurse - Special Care Baby Unit

Hawke’s Bay Fallen Soldier’s Hospital, Special Care Baby Unit
Permanent, Part-time 64 per fortnight (0.8 FTE)
Rewarding Career – Be part of a team that saves lives and improves health outcomes daily.

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is firmly grounded in the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi and is committed to building a health system that serves all New Zealanders.

About the Role

Are you a compassionate and skilled Registered Nurse with a passion for neonatal care? We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced nurse to join our Special Care Baby Unit (SCBU). This is a 0.8 FTE position, offering a fulfilling and dynamic work environment where you’ll make a real difference in the lives of our tiniest patients and their families.

Our SCBU is a Level 2A unit with 12 cots, providing specialized care for sick and premature infants in the Hawke's Bay region. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that is committed to delivering high-quality care and support to both infants and their whānau.

About the Team/Service/ Location

Our multidisciplinary team in the Special Care Baby Unit is united by a shared commitment to excellence in neonatal care. We work collaboratively to ensure the best outcomes for our patients, supporting each other in a professional and nurturing environment. Joining our team means becoming part of a community that values teamwork, continuous learning, and compassionate care.


Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand as a Registered Nurse.
Proven experience in neonatal nursing, particularly in a Level 2A or equivalent setting.
A strong commitment to providing family-centred care.
Excellent communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team.
A desire for variety, challenge, and ongoing learning in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Working at Health New Zealand

Health New Zealand | Te Whatu Ora is dedicated to ensuring excellent healthcare for the people of New Zealand. We embrace a workforce that is diverse and inclusive so that we are better positioned to understand and service our community. We welcome applications from our diverse Māori, Pacific, disabled, and rainbow communities.

How to Apply


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