In New Zealand, nurse earnings vary by role, experience, and location, but typical ranges for registered nurses are commonly cited around NZD 79,000 to NZD 104,000 per year, with more experienced or senior roles earning higher (often exceeding NZD 110,000 or more when including overtime and allowances). The average figure often cited for a registered nurse is in the low-to-mid NZD 80k per year range, with hourly wages commonly reported around NZD 38–40 per hour, depending on shift penalties and overtime.

Key points to keep in mind

• Base salary bands: Starting nurses typically begin around NZD 75,000–80,000, with progression to the 90k–110k range as experience grows and additional responsibilities are taken on.

• Overtime and allowances: Night shifts, weekend work, and hazard or on-call allowances can push total compensation higher, sometimes into the NZD 120k+ range for seasoned professionals.

• Variability by employer: Public health service pay scales can be different from private facilities or district health boards, which influences exact figures reported in sources.

If you’d like, I can narrow this down to your exact situation (e.g., city, hospital type, whether you’re a new grad or experienced, and whether you’re considering full-time vs part-time) and provide a more precise estimate.