South West Healthcare (SWH) is inviting applications from highly motivated Registered Nurses currently employed at SWH who are seeking to expand their professional skills and gain experience in specialty areas of interest.

The 2027 Transition to Specialty Program is a 12-month professional development opportunity designed to provide either:

• 12-month clinical rotation, or
• Two 6-month rotations (depending on the specialty stream(s) offered).

The program includes structured clinical milestones, professional development activities, and dedicated clinical support from the Nursing & Midwifery Education team. It is an ideal stepping stone for those planning to pursue postgraduate study in their chosen specialty.

Choose your Transition Year Pathway:

Specialty Career Pathway: A 12-month placement within one specialty area, supporting nurses to consolidate their clinical knowledge, skills and is ideal to prepare for future postgraduate study.

Discovery Pathway: Two 6-month rotations across clinical areas, providing broader experience and the opportunity to explore different specialties before choosing a future career direction.

In your application letter, please identify your preferred pathway and clinical streams and briefly outline your interest in the program and how it aligns with your future career goals.

For specific enquiries regarding the role, contact Sharon Mckenzie, Clinical Support Nurse - Education and Training on (03) 55631590 or email smckenzie@swh.net.au

How to apply:

Should you wish to apply from home type the following in your browser:

https://jobs.careers.vic.gov.au/jobtools/jncustomsearch.searchResults?in_organid=18003&in_searchBut=Search or go to People Hub > Me > Careers at SWH

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Health Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 with the appropriate classification Registered Nurse Grade 2.

Applications from current South West Healthcare employees only are to be submitted online via our intranet only or see above link and need to include: an application letter, nomination of your pathway and clinical stream preferences. Please submit a resume together with the names of two (2) referees.

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