Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital
Registered Nurse – Ward
Southern Cross North Harbour Hospital is the only private surgical in-patient hospital on the Auckland’s North Shore. North Harbour Hospital has 8 Operating Rooms, a 14 bed Post Anaesthetic Care Unit, a modern well-equipped day stay facility unit and a 70-bed ward which includes a 4-bed intermediate care facility (ICF).
Surgical specialities include General Surgery, Gynaecology, Oral & Maxillofacial surgery, Urology, Orthopaedic surgery, Plastic and Reconstructive surgery, Urology, Otolaryngology and Robotic Surgery. In addition to the hospital, the broader North Shore campus is also home to a purpose-built endoscopy suite, on-site cardiology services, cancer care, pharmacy, sports medicine, radiology and more.
Mō te Tūranga | About the Role
We’re looking for a passionate Registered Nurse to join our private surgical ward in a full-time role. You’ll support patients across a range of surgical specialties including Orthopaedics, Urology, Gynaecology, and General Surgery, playing a vital part in their journey from admission through to discharge. Working across admissions and the ward, you’ll bring flexibility and a team-first mindset, stepping in where needed to ensure seamless, high-quality care.
You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment where your ability to coordinate care, build meaningful relationships, and think on your feet will make a genuine difference. Working closely with medical specialists, you’ll help deliver safe, responsive, and culturally respectful care to patients and their whānau, while contributing to a supportive and collaborative team culture. If you’re someone who enjoys variety, values teamwork, and takes pride in delivering exceptional patient experiences, this is a role where you can truly make an impact.
This is a full-time (1 FTE) permanent position, working on a rotating roster across Monday to Sunday.
Ngā pūkenga me ngā wheako | Skills and experience
- Current New Zealand Registered Nurse practising certificate
- At least 3+ years’ clinical experience, ideally within surgical settings (Orthopaedics, Urology, Gynaecology, or General Surgery)
- Previous ward experience and the ability to work flexibly across multiple specialties
- Strong clinical assessment and care coordination skills
- Excellent communication skills, with the ability to build trust with patients, whānau, and colleagues
- A genuine commitment to delivering high-quality, culturally responsive care
- Ability to manage competing priorities in a busy, ever-changing environment
- Previous experience in private healthcare is advantageous but not a requirement
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: 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.
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.