About this role
We are committed to redefining patient centred care for our patients, our people and our planet.
TE KAMUPENE THE COMPANY
Forté Health is a modern private surgical hospital in central Christchurch, providing high-quality short-stay and day-stay services including in orthopaedic, gynaecology, ORL, urology, plastics, maxillo-facial and general elective surgical procedures.
We’re a collaborative team passionate about excellence in patient care and sustainable healthcare.
Proudly we are New Zealand’s first net Carbon Zero hospital
• Forte Health offer an attractive remuneration package including:
• Five weeks annual leave
• Free staff morning tea and lunches provided daily
• Annual Shoe Allowance
• Subsidised on site car parking
• Transport subsidy
• A choice of health subsidies, Health Insurance Contribution or Wellbeing reimbursement
• Holidays over Christmas/New Year
Additional benefits
• Long service leave every five years
• Wellbeing programme
• WorkRide programme for transport sustainability
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Operating Theatre Nurse
TŪRANGA THE ROLE
An opportunity for a permanent Operating Theatre Nurse has become available in our dedicated and highly skilled Orthopaedic team.
Our theatre teams are passionate professionals who work collaboratively to deliver exceptional patient care. We pride ourselves on providing a high-quality efficient service that ensures every patient receives a safe and positive surgical experience.
We are currently seeking an experienced Orthopaedic Theatre Nurse.
Our orthopaedic service has a strong focus on:
• Sports injury procedures
• Foot and ankle surgery
• Hand surgery
With the opening of our new operating theatres next year, our services will continue to grow and expand to include:
• Complex spinal surgery
• Joint replacement procedures
This is an exciting time to join our team and be part of the future development of our orthopaedic service.
This position is offered at 0.8 FTE, providing the opportunity to enjoy an additional day each week for personal commitments, family time, or simply to recharge. For those seeking additional hours, there may also be opportunities to pick up extra shifts when available.
Theatre shifts are rostered Monday to Friday and are generally structured across morning and afternoon sessions. We roster a mixture of 8 , 6, and 10-hour shifts scheduled across two-weeks. Rosters are published four weeks in advance to support work-life balance and planning
KO KOE ABOUT YOU
To thrive in this role and become a valued member of our theatre team, you'll bring:
• At least 2–3 years of orthopaedic theatre nursing experience, including both scrubbing and circulating responsibilities.
We are looking for someone who enjoys being part of a close-knit team, takes pride in their work, and contributes to a positive and supportive theatre culture.
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you. Come and join a team that is committed to excellence in patient care and excited about the future of orthopaedic services.
If this sounds like the right fit for you, we’d love to hear from you!
TONO ATU TO APPLY
In your cover letter it is always helpful to know what your motivation is. Short and simple is effective.
A Position description can be found on our website under current vacancies.
CLOSING DATE FOR APPLICATIONS; Sunday 9 August 2026
If you have any questions or want to discuss this please feel free to call me on 03 265 0714
You must have current NZ working rights.
Johanna van Aalst