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Registered nurse salary in New Zealand

How much does a Registered Nurse make in New Zealand?

Average base salary

$42.42

The average salary for a registered nurse is $42.42 per hour in New Zealand. 49 salaries reported, updated at 4 June 2026

Registered Nurse job openings in New Zealand

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Registered Nurse
Bupa3.3out of 5 stars.
Christchurch, Canterbury
Full-time
18 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Registered Nurse in New Zealand

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Ryman Healthcare
 
$86,181per year
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Health New Zealand - Te Whatu ...
 
$79,567per year
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Senate Nursing Bureau
 
$79,040per year
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Bupa
 
$71,621per year
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New Zealand Department of Corr...
 
$66,500per year
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Highest paying cities for Registered Nurses near New Zealand

  1. Wellington City
    $60.13 per hour
  2. Dunedin
    $56.43 per hour
  3. Hamilton
    $46.23 per hour
  4. Christchurch
    $45.59 per hour
  5. Auckland City
    $42.63 per hour

Where can a Registered Nurse earn more?

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