Theatre Nurse – Cardiac Operating Theatre Auckland Full-Time | Monday–Friday | No Night Shifts Salary: Up to $52.89 p/hr (6 yrs RN exp) Benefits Are you an experienced Theatre Nurse with proven cardiac scrub experience who’s ready for the next step in your perioperative career? Join a modern, private hospital in Auckland where you’ll scrub for open cardiac surgeries and finally enjoy the work-life balance you deserve. About the Role This is a full-time, permanent Theatre Nurse role within a dedicated Cardiac Operating Theatre team. You’ll be part of a highly skilled surgical environment that handles a wide range of complex adult cardiothoracic procedures, including: CABG (Coronary Artery Bypass Grafting) Valve Repairs & Replacements VATS (Video-Assisted Thoracic Surgery) Thoracotomies and more What makes this role different? Monday to Friday roster only – no night duty. Mix of 6, 8, or 10-hour shifts with staggered starts (0700–1200). Latest finish is 8:30pm. On-call and weekend availability shared and minimal. Flexible FTE – tailor your roster to suit your lifestyle. About You We’re looking for an experienced Theatre Nurse / Cardiac Scrub Nurse who thrives in high-acuity surgical settings. You’ll need to bring: NZ Nursing Registration Current APC. Proven scrub experience in open cardiac surgery (essential). Strong perioperative knowledge across adult cardiothoracic procedures. Calm, confident clinical skills in fast-paced, high-pressure situations. A collaborative, team-focused approach to patient care. Why You’ll Love This Role Competitive pay : up to $52.89 per hour (NZNO MECA rates). No night shifts flexible working hours. Free staff parking onsite. Modern, purpose-built surgical facilities , including a new wing with 10 operating theatres. Supportive clinical orientation and ongoing professional development. Christmas & New Year close-down period for guaranteed downtime. Collaborative, positive perioperative team culture. 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 I’m Kate at Carejobz — connecting Nurses and Healthcare Leaders with roles where they’re genuinely valued. For over a decade I’ve placed hundreds of professionals across NZ and Australia, earning recognition as a Top 10 Healthcare Recruiter. Read my 5* reviews: sourcr.com/recruiter/kate-wheeler-1 Work With Me Know a brilliant healthcare professional? Join us as a Carejobz Ambassador to refer your friends and you could earn up to $1,000 in Gift Cards when they’re placed in a new job! Contact: kate@carejobz.com for details Not the Right Fit? I recruit exclusively in healthcare across NZ & AU, with new roles daily in: Theatre | ICU | Anaesthetics | Endoscopy | Aged Care | Mental Health | Clinical Leadership at www.carejobz.com.au Carejobz Recruitment – Trusted by leading healthcare providers since 2015 - Experts in Nursing & Healthcare Leadership Recruitment
