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Additional Information

In return, you'll enjoy:

• The flexibility of casual employment with shifts offered to cover annual leave, sick leave, and other practice requirements
• The opportunity to work in a highly regarded specialist surgical practice
• Ongoing support from an experienced and welcoming team
• Access to professional development opportunities within New Zealand's largest dental network
• The chance to build your skills and experience in oral and maxillofacial surgery

If you're a motivated Registered Nurse looking for flexible work in a specialist clinical environment, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today and become part of the Wellington Oral Surgery team.

Once you've applied, we'll send you a short follow-up email with a few quick questions. Complete them in your own time, and we'll be in touch shortly to discuss the next steps.

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Company Description

At Lumino The Dentists, we're proud to be New Zealand's largest dental provider, with a network of 119 practices nationwide. Our teams are passionate about delivering exceptional patient care while supporting each other through ongoing development, innovation, and a shared commitment to clinical excellence.

Wellington Oral Surgery is a specialist oral and maxillofacial practice located in the heart of Wellington. Our experienced team provides trusted surgical care for procedures including wisdom tooth removal, dental implants, biopsies, and IV sedation. We are proud to deliver precise, compassionate care in a professional and supportive clinical environment.

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Job Description

We are looking for an experienced and reliable Registered Nurse to join our team on a casual basis, providing cover for annual leave, sick leave, and other planned absences within the practice.

This is an excellent opportunity for a nurse seeking flexible work while gaining valuable experience in a specialist surgical setting. You'll work alongside highly skilled oral and maxillofacial surgeons, playing a vital role in supporting patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Monitoring patients before, during, after surgical procedures to ensure their safety and wellbeing
• Assisting with IV sedation patient recovery
• Providing patient education and post-operative care instructions
• Supporting the wider clinical team with a range of nursing and patient care duties as require

Qualifications

We're seeking a confident, compassionate, and adaptable Registered Nurse who enjoys working in a fast-paced clinical environment and takes pride in delivering outstanding patient care.

To be successful in this role, you'll ideally have:

• Current registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC)
• Current NZRC CORE Immediate (or equivalent) resuscitation certification
• Previous experience in surgical, perioperative, theatre, procedural, or specialist clinical settings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong attention to detail and a patient-centred approach
• The ability to remain calm and professional in a surgical environment
• A collaborative attitude and willingness to contribute to a close-knit team
• Valid New Zealand work rights
• Residence in Wellington or within easy commuting distance of the practice