Job Description

osition overview

• Employment Type: Casual
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2 or Enrolled Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range:

Registered Nurse - $54.76 - $68.00 per hour + penalties                            

Enrolled Nurse - $48.68 - $50.72 per hour + penalties

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is looking for enthusiastic and experienced Registered and Enrolled Nurses to join our Casual Nursing Team at our Warrnambool Campus.

This is a great opportunity to join SWH at an exciting time, with our major redevelopment and service expansion underway. As we continue to grow, there are more opportunities than ever to be part of our nursing teams and contribute to the future of healthcare in our region.

One of the great things about working in our Casual Nursing Team is the variety. You will have the opportunity to work across a range of general and specialty areas, experience different wards, work with a variety of teams and build your skills across different clinical settings.

Whether you already have experience across multiple areas or are looking to broaden your clinical knowledge, casual nursing at SWH can give you the opportunity to experience more of what our health service has to offer. You will be supported by experienced nursing teams and leaders who value teamwork, quality care and professional development.

What you bring

We are looking for nurses who are confident in their clinical practice, enjoy working as part of a team and are committed to providing excellent patient care.

You will have:

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse or Enrolled Nurse
• Demonstrated clinical practice competency
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to providing high-quality, patient-centred care
• A commitment to ongoing learning and professional development
• Successful completion of a 12-month graduate program

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 18 October 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 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