Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (64 hours per fortnight), Fixed term funded position until June 2027
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 4
• Salary Range: $121,274.40 - $130,603.20 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

South West Healthcare's (SWH) Mental Health Services (MHS) division delivers best practice, recovery-oriented care across inpatient (24/7) and community settings, supported by our Mental Health Community Teams and the Prevention and Recovery Centre (PARC). Together, these services provide high quality, person-centred care throughout the South West region.

As an experienced Registered Nurse, the Clinical Nurse Educator (CNE) role focuses on coordinating and delivering contemporary training for the mental health workforce, promoting reflective practice, clinical supervision, and the ongoing development of specialist mental health skills.

You will work closely with the Senior Mental Health Nurse, and other memebrs of the Mental Health education team to meet workforce training needs and will also contribute to supporting positive clinical placements for nursing students.

What you bring

• A minimum of 5 years' experience as a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) in Mental Health Nursing.
• Completion of Postgraduate Diploma in Mental Health Nursing or completion of a Specialist Undergraduate Psychiatric Nursing Program.
• Proven ability to:

• Mentor, educate, and train nursing staff.
• Develop and deliver professional development programs.
• Collaborate effectively with senior nurses and program managers.
• Completion of, or willingness to undertake, a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
• Additional qualifications or experience in education and training (preferred but not essential).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and contemporary mental health nursing practices.

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 is the largest health service in South West Victoria, providing acute, mental health, rehabilitation, and aged care together with an extensive range of primary and community health services across the South West catchment. SWH is the lead agency for the South West Local Health Service Network, presenting an exciting opportunity for SWH to provide strong leadership and support across the entire region. 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

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 29^th March 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028.

The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:

• Police Record Check
• Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
• Current Immunisation status

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that are 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