Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part Time, Fixed Term (Leave Cover) 32 hours per fortnight

         Commencing on the 17 August 2026 to the 28 February 2027

• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $84,058 - $104,379 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

South West Healthcare is seeking applications from suitably qualified Registered Nurses for a fixed-term leave cover position within the Day Oncology Unit.

Our Day Oncology Unit is a modern 10-chair ambulatory cancer treatment service providing chemotherapy, immunotherapy and supportive therapies Monday to Thursday. The unit delivers high quality, patient centred care in a welcoming environment, supporting patients throughout their cancer treatment journey.

Working as part of a highly skilled multidisciplinary team that includes Oncologists, Haematologists, Pharmacists and Cancer Clinical Nurse Consultants, you will provide evidence based clinical care, education and emotional support to patients and their families in a specialist outpatient setting. This is an excellent opportunity to join a supportive team committed to delivering safe, compassionate and person centred cancer care.

What you bring

• Current registration with the Australian Health Practitioner Regulation Agency (AHPRA) as a Registered Nurse
• Demonstrated experience in oncology nursing (postgraduate qualifications desirable)
• A strong commitment to patient-centred care, with the ability to support the physical, emotional, and social needs of patients and their families
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and staying up to date with best practice in cancer care

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 5 July 2026. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.

Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) Single Interest Employer 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