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PACU Nurse

PACU Nurse
Frontline Recruitment

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Auckland, Auckland, New Zealand
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AEWV
Job posted on March 31, 2026
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Job Description:
Join a busy, close-knit PACU team at one of New Zealand's leading private hospitals, a place where staff are genuinely valued and patients receive exceptional care.

This is a high-performing recovery team working across a wide range of surgical specialties including Orthopedics, General, Plastics, Vascular, Gynecology, Urology, Ophthalmology, ENT and Endoscopy

If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and love the variety that comes with a diverse surgical caseload, you'll fit right in.

The Role
  • Care for patients through their recovery from anaesthesia
  • Monitor vital signs and spot complications early
  • Adjust care plans based on how patients respond to interventions
  • Work closely with the surgical team to ensure every handover is seamless

What's On Offer
  • $38-$54 per hour depending on experience
  • Shutdown over Christmas and New Year
  • State-of-the-art theatres and equipment
  • A team that genuinely looks out for each other
  • Recognition programme with values-based awards
  • Long service leave from 5 years
  • Fully funded health insurance for those working 20+ hours per week
  • An extra day of annual leave for permanent staff
  • Structured training and development
  • Access to a mental wellbeing app
  • Discounts on retail, food, travel and more

What You'll Need
  • Registered Nurse with a current practicing certificate
  • Current NZ Nursing Council registration
  • At least 3 years' experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute hospital setting
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • A genuine commitment to patient-centered care

Thinking About Moving to New Zealand?
This hospital is AEWV accredited and welcomes internationally trained nurses from comparable healthcare systems including Australia, United Kingdom, USA, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain. Singapore.

If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear from you. Hit apply now and we'll be in touch.

Reference: 217717

To apply online, please click on the apply button.

Alternatively for a confidential discussion please contact Elise Pope on +64 27 537 2799 quoting the reference number above.

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