In accordance with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 South West Healthcare will consider applications for advancement to Enrolled Nurse Level 3 twice per year.

Applicants must provide evidence of achievement of four out of the ten Advanced Enrolled Nurse Level 3 Competency Standards (as listed below and in clause 82.7 of the EA), together with either:

• A minimum of four years' post registration experience as an Enrolled Nurse;

or

• A post registration qualification (of at least 6 months or 200 hours duration), a component of which is relevant to the role.

Enrolled Nurse Competency Standards

• Contributes to the education of new graduate Enrolled Nurses and/or Trainee Enrolled Nurses.
• Is involved in committees and working parties within and/or beyond the work unit;
• Assists in the coordination of delegated activities of other staff under the guidance and direction of the Registered Nurse.
• Acts as a resource to others.
• Contributes to quality improvement within their work area or the workplace and/or changes in enrolled nursing practice initiatives.
• Practices using specialised or advanced knowledge and skills in a clinical area within the enrolled nursing scope of practice.
• Modifies practice to accommodate patient/client health care needs of individuals and groups in different environments.
• Undertakes an additional responsibility either individually or as part of a clinical/quality team.
• Is aware of and functions in accordance with legislation, policies and procedures affecting enrolled nursing practice.
• Actively participates in team leadership and decision making.

Further details can be found on the People Hub Me>Careers at SWH

Application forms must be completed and supported by the Nurse Unit Manager as part of the application process.

How to apply:

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

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 form, application letter, full personal particulars, qualifications and experience; together with the names of two (2) referees by Sunday 14 June 2026.

Further information is available from:

• Warrnambool Campus employees: Nurse Unit Manager  
• Camperdown Campus employees: Nurse Unit Manager

Note: If you experience any difficulties completing the application process, please contact the People and Culture Department on 5564 4155 or email humanresource@swh.net.au

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 reflects 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.