Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (48 hours per fortnight), Fixed term position for 12 months
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $89,284 - $107,510 pro rata, plus superannuation

Looking to advance your nursing career in midwifery? Join South West Healthcare's 2027 Post Graduate Midwifery Program and gain invaluable, hands-on clinical experience while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.

About the role

This paid clinical placement opportunity is ideal for Registered Nurses looking to specialise in midwifery while undertaking formal postgraduate study.  Here you will work within our highly skilled Maternity Unit and collaborate across clinical services to deliver exceptional care to patients and their families.

Commencing February 2027, this fixed-term, part-time role of 48 hours per fortnight over 12 months.

What you bring

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Nurses who are ready to take the next step in their professional journey.

You will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Preferred Minimum 2 years of relevant post-graduate nursing experience but may consider less experience for the appropriate candidate
• Well-developed clinical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• A demonstrated commitment to continued education and professional development
• Confirmation of contact with Federation University Ballarat regarding course enrolment

What we offer

You will enjoy benefits such as:

• Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
• Internal and external professional development opportunities
• Ongoing clinical supervision
• A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
• Excellent terms and conditions of employment.

Who we are

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community. Learn more about SWH here.

SWH respects all individuals and promotes equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

With a population of 39,000 and a catchment of 100,000 Warrnambool is the regional centre to Victoria's Great South Coast.

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

To take the next step in your nursing career, submit your application by clicking the Apply button below. Please include a cover letter, current resume, and evidence of contact with Federation University.

Applications close at midnight on Sunday 8 November 2026.

As an organisation SWH prides themselves on their values; Care, Respect, Excellence, Integrity and Leadership and their overall dedication to the local community.

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate. We strongly encourage applications from people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, culturally diverse backgrounds, disability, all genders, and LGBTQI+ community. We are committed to The Child Safe Standards, which aim to protect children and young people.

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au