The Royal Bournemouth & Christchurch Hospitals Nhs Foundation Trust Charitable Fund

Waikato ED needs 40 extra nurses; recruitment halted in July due to budget constraints. Health NZ's $130m monthly over-spend attributed to 'ahead of budget' nursing recruitment. Nursing workforce shortfall worse than official figures; 'ghosted' positions exist. Recruitment slowed, roles disappearing; unsafe staffing levels reported nationwide.

Nurses report unreplaced staff vacancies, 'ghosted' job ads, and unsafe staffing levels amid Health New Zealand's budget revisions. Health NZ claims recruitment continues, but local decisions prioritize roles, leading to perceived workforce shrinkage.