Registered Nurse - Theatre
Registered Nurse – Theatre
Southern Cross Rotorua Hospital
Southern Cross Hospital Rotorua is a modern surgical hospital serving the local community and the greater Bay of Plenty region. The hospital is characterised by a friendly, professional surgical nursing team, and offers credentialled medical practitioners and their patients access to superb facilities. These include three advanced theatres, 22 inpatient beds in comfortable, well-equipped rooms, and a purpose-built day stay facilities.
Surgical specialities include Orthopaedic and General surgery, Urology, Otolaryngology, Minor Plastic Surgery, Gastroenterology, and Gynaecological surgery. The broader Rotorua campus is shared by Canopy Cancer Care
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
Are you a theatre nurse looking to grow your career in a supportive, collaborative environment where no two days are the same?
We're looking for a Registered Nurse to join our Theatre team at Southern Cross Rotorua Hospital in a permanent full-time (1.0 FTE) position. This is a fantastic opportunity to further develop your perioperative skills while working across a broad range of surgical specialties in a modern and well-equipped theatre environment.
Working in both scrub and circulating roles, you'll be part of a close-knit team committed to delivering exceptional patient care and outstanding clinical outcomes. You'll collaborate with experienced surgeons, anaesthetists, and theatre professionals, contributing to a culture of teamwork, continuous learning, and clinical excellence.
Whether you're early in your theatre nursing journey or looking for your next opportunity, you'll be supported by an experienced team that values development, partnership, and high-quality patient care.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- New Zealand Registered Nurse with a current Annual Practising Certificate.
- At least one year's experience working in an operating theatre environment.
- Experience in scrub and/or circulating roles.
- A commitment to delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive working relationships.
- A collaborative, team-focused approach and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
- The ability to remain calm, organised, and adaptable in a busy theatre setting.
- A willingness to learn and support a range of surgical specialties.
- Sound clinical judgement and a proactive approach to patient care.
- Previous experience in a private healthcare setting is beneficial but not essential.
Ngā mea ka taea e mātou te tuku I a koe | What we can offer you:
- Competitive Rewards: Attractive remuneration package, relocation allowance, and employee referral bonus scheme.
- Health & Wellbeing: Funded health insurance, a comprehensive wellbeing programme, and generous Christmas/New Year breaks.
- Flexibility & Growth: Flexible working arrangements and a Nursing Council of New Zealand-approved PDRP.
- Perks & Community: Discounts from a range of partners and the opportunity to join our Employee Network.
Ko wai matou | Our Organisation
At Southern Cross Healthcare, our purpose is clear: to advance quality healthcare across Aotearoa New Zealand. Our values shape everything we do:
- Care First – We lead with compassion, delivering care that’s deeply human through genuine manaakitanga.
- Better Together – Collaboration is our strength. We unite diverse skills and perspectives to create better outcomes for all.
- Pursue Excellence – We strive to improve, innovate, and excel every day—never settling, always aiming to deliver our best.
We’re proud to bring together over 4,000 skilled professionals—including 2,000 nurses and anaesthetic technicians—working alongside more than 1,200 specialists, surgeons, anaesthetists, and allied health experts. Together, we’re one of Aotearoa New Zealand’s largest and most trusted healthcare providers.
Driven by a strong ‘for purpose’ ethos, we think beyond financial quarters—planning for generations to come.
Tō mātou whakahaere ki te tika, te rerekētanga, me te whai wāhi mai | Our commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion.
We honour Te Tiriti o Waitangi and foster a culturally safe environment that reflects manaakitanga and values the unique perspectives of our people. Our core value, Better Together, guides our goal to build a workforce that mirrors the diversity of Aotearoa New Zealand.
If you have specific needs or would like to discuss how we can support you, please contact our Talent Acquisition team at careers@schl.co.nz for a confidential conversation.
Haere mai, ā, mā te mahi tahi ka whai wāhi ki tētahi mea whai take, ka āwhina i ngā tāngata ki te whai oranga mā te whakaaro anō ki te tautiaki hauora
Join us, and together, each of us can be part of something important, helping people live their best lives by reimagining healthcare.
