Based on 4 submissions across Aotearoa
Registered Nurses (RNs) in New Zealand play a critical role in the healthcare system by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across hospitals, primary clinics, and community settings. Operating under the standards of the Nursing Council of New Zealand, they assess patient needs, administer clinical treatments, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to manage diverse health conditions. Their clinical expertise and commitment to culturally safe practice are essential to improving health outcomes and safeguarding community well-being nationwide. Day to day, the work spans assessment, treatment, education, and often the emotional support that no care plan fully captures. Registration with the Nursing Council and a commitment to ongoing professional development underpin the role. Nursing offers exceptional variety across hospital, community, and specialty settings. The role also carries professional autonomy and responsibility that grows with every year of practice.
Base salary + bonuses, based on 4 submissions
Based on 4 anonymous submissions
Across 4 anonymous submissions, the median total salary for a Registered Nurse in New Zealand is $71,500 per year. Total remuneration ranges from about $70,300 (10th percentile) to $79,000 (90th percentile).
A full-time median of $71,500 per year compares with the NZ minimum wage of $49,816 per year and the living wage of $62,192 per year.
Median pay by experience: Junior (0-2 Yrs) $71,000, Mid (3-5 Yrs) $82,000.
Based on 4 submissions
Median salary progression