Theatre Nurse with Orthopaedics experience Location: Wellington Type: Full-Time Salary: $85,000 – $110,000 per annum (Above MECA) Step Into Something New – And Help Shape It If you're ready to step out of the public system and into something purpose-driven, this is your moment. A brand-new, purpose-built orthopaedic day-stay surgical facility is set to open in late 2025 in Wellington – and we’re now recruiting skilled Registered Nurses to join the founding theatre team. You’ll be part of a supportive, tight-knit clinical team where your voice matters, your experience is valued, and your contribution shapes the culture from day one. This is nursing that respects your time , energy , and well-being . Why This Role Stands Out Above-MECA pay: Your expertise is recognised and rewarded Monday to Friday only: No weekends, nights, or on-call Small, collaborative team: You’re not just a number here Input that matters: Help build the systems, values, and culture Flexible hours: Full-time, part-time, and casual roles available What You’ll Do Provide high-quality perioperative nursing care in orthopaedic surgeries Work alongside anaesthetic, PACU, and day-stay teams to ensure seamless patient journeys Support a new standard of surgical excellence with best-practice care Maintain excellent documentation, compliance, and patient safety Contribute to a culture of compassion, collaboration, and quality What You’ll Bring Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a current Annual Practising Certificate Minimum 2 years’ orthopaedic theatre nursing experience Sound clinical judgement and calm under pressure Strong communication and a proactive, team-oriented mindset Openness to shaping new systems and working in a developing environment What’s On Offer Competitive salary from $85,000 to $110,000 (based on experience) Funded private health insurance Paid Christmas and New Year shutdown Support for NZ Nursing Council-approved PDRP A workplace built on trust, teamwork, and shared values Ready to take the next step? Whether you're actively job hunting or simply exploring your options, I’d love to have a confidential chat. ABOUT THE RECRUITER Kate at Carejobz here Whether you're ready to make a move—or just quietly exploring—I’d love to connect for a no-pressure, confidential chat. I’ve placed hundreds of Nurses and Healthcare Managers into roles where they’re genuinely valued for over a decade. Proud to be ranked in the Top 10 Healthcare Recruiters in Australia & NZ, I specialise in placing exceptional Nurses and Clinical Leaders into roles where they can thrive. Read my 5 * Recruiter Reviews: sourcr.com/recruiter/kate-wheeler-1 WORK WITH ME PLACING AWESOME PEOPLE! Know a brilliant Scrub Scout, ICU Nurse, Mental Health Nurse, Theatre Nurse, Anaesthetic Nurse, Endoscopy Nurse, or Aged Care Manager? Refer them to me and receive a $500 Gift Card when they’re placed—it’s my way of saying thanks. NOT THE RIGHT FIT? I recruit exclusively in healthcare across Australia & NZ, with new roles added daily. Browse openings in: Scrub Scout | ICU | Anaesthetics | Endoscopy | Theatre | Aged Care | Mental Health | Leadership www.carejobz.com.au Carejobz Recruitment – Trusted by leading healthcare providers since 2015 - Experts in Nursing & Healthcare Leadership Recruitment
