Health NZ denies hiring freeze for graduate nurses – NZ Herald 20 June 2024

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Health New Zealand has denied allegations of a hiring freeze for graduate nurses following claims from the New Zealand Nurses Organisation (NZNO). While the NZNO accused Health NZ of pausing mid-year intakes as part of cost-cutting measures, Health NZ insists the recruitment process for graduate nurses is ongoing. Despite these assurances, some nursing graduates remain concerned about job prospects and consider opportunities abroad.

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