How many graduate registered nurses applied to and were offered jobs in the Adva… | Question 34328 (2026)

Answered Question 34328 (2026)

Question published: 3 August 2026
Reply lodged: 24 August 2026

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Asked by

Ayesha Verrall

List MP · Labour Party

Question

How many graduate registered nurses applied to and were offered jobs in the Advanced Choice of Employment (ACE-RN) scheme's mid-year 2026 initial matching round, broken down by employer?

Answered by

Hon Matt Doocey

Member for Waimakariri · National Party · Associate Minister of Health

Answer

I am advised that ACE received 796 completed applications by the closing date of 5 May 2026 and, following withdrawals, 726 applicants progressed through to the matching stage. I am further advised that 428 applicants were matched in the ACE-RN Mid-year 2026 intake, representing 59% of applicants who progressed through to the matching stage.