Working in New Zealand as a

Registered Nurse or Midwife

About ACCENT Health Recruitment

• NZ’s premier Health recruitment company.• Over 28 years of collective health recruitment experience • Offices covering all of NZ’s major employers.• Completely free service. Run by nurses for nurses, midwifes and

other medical staff• Able to assist with your job search prior to arrival in NZ.• Setup and management of applications and interviews.

Our Services

Job vacancies in New Zealand and how to find themTo work in NZ you will need 2 years post grad experienceThe vacancies in NZ will vary between location and time of the yearACCENT can help you with:•Job Search•Preparation of documentation/ applications for registration•Management of applications and interviews•Relocation advice•Professional networking

Common Vacancies in NZ:

• Theatre• Psychiatry• Emergency• Surgical• Endoscopy• Health care of the Elderly

• UK Qualifications and a broad experience are highly valued.• Employers will most likely offer jobs after a phone interview, and recently skype

interviews are becoming popular• Positions are available in almost all locations in NZ at different times of the year. • Post grad experience is required (at least 2 years)

Health Recruitment in NZ

• Constant demand for generalists – keep an open mind• Nurses and other Health professionals are very well respected

in NZ.• 4 Weeks minimum paid leave and benefits on offer.• Relocation cost cover is not common from the DHBs/ Employers

so we advise not to rely on this.

Where can I work in New Zealand?

What can I earn?(Median base salary only, after hours and on-call are additional)Nurses $60,000Midwives $ 60,000 - $80,000

Note: average salary in NZ is approximately $43,000 per annum, so this is a very good salaryIt is based on post graduate experience

The starting salary for a new graduate, before unsociable hours/weekends/holidays is around $47,000

UK nursing & midwifery experience: Adapting to NZ

-The patient, procedures and general nursing is very similar between the UK and NZ. -The ratio of nurses : patients is better – commonly 1:6-There is a very positive collegial relationships within the multi disciplinary team-The shifts are a mix of 8 and 10 and 12 hours depending on each wards rostering -The pay is fortnightly-Tax is similar to that in the UK-Orientation is very thorough and you are well inducted-Keep a very open mind and stay positive - also ask questions

Applying for jobs in NZ: What nurses need to do

• Be prepared for a different process of recruitment• Check if your skills are in high demand – ask us!• Get your registration underway ASAP as this process can take

several months to work through• High demand or specialist skills may attract offers via phone or

skype.

• Average of 6-12 weeks to find a job • Expect 2-3 interviews before an offer.• Registration and immigration must be underway as potential

employers prefer registration to be granted prior to interviewing

• Reference checks are standard - be prepared• Employers will expect you to be available within 2-4 months of

job offer, if not sooner.

Employment in NZ:What to expect

CV format•CV formats for NZ differ from the UK.•There are some similarities, however NZ employers expect more information and clear evidence of skills.

•Standard information includes:

•Contact Details – Phone Numbers, Address, Email AddressPersonal Information – Visa Status, Availability, Interests (optional)Email us for a sample format (info@accent.net.nz )

CV format • Summary – A short paragraph or bullet points

summarising your experience, qualifications, and industry experience. This can also include your career objective.

• Education – Dates, Qualification, and Institution for any university, industry, or school certifications.

• Skills/Technical Skills – in bullet point or table format.

Work History • Dates of employment, including month and year• Company name and Position title• Company information- include a short description of the

hospital or place of employment/ ward or unit.• Responsibilities, Projects (if relevant) and Achievements• Training – Dates, Course, and Institution • Referees – essential! (including email, mobile and night

time phone numbers)

CV format cont.

Interview adviceNZ interviews are similar to the UK interviews, but will vary from client to client, they can formal and often conducted by a panel.

•Most interviews are competency based•Be prepared to give in-depth answers to situational questions. i.e Tell me about a time when......•Background research is key.•UK experience is highly valued, especially if interviewing in the same industry, use this advantage.

We can assist you with...

• Decision to relocate.• CV preparation and Interview advice• Registration • Market advice, salary, skills etc.• Job offers and negotiation.• Final securing of employment.

Next Steps...

THE THREE P’s: • Preparation• Persistence• Paperwork

Living and working in NZ:lifestyle and how to adapt

Be open to changeAsk questionsRead up and do your own researchAccept invitations to go home to people homes - New Zealanders are very friendly and open!

Avoid “when I was nursing in my country I ……..”

How do I get started on this process?As mentioned we have many years of experience in the industry and want to work with you to help you secure a position in NZ to get this process underway contact us on the details below

Email info@accent.net.nz Website www.accent.net.nzFreephone from UK 0808 23 44468Or by Facebook ACCENT HEALTH RECRUITMENT

NEW ZEALAND