Job Description

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (64 hours per fortnight), Fixed term for 12 months
• Location: Warrnambool or across other South West Healthcare locations
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2

South West Healthcare (SWH) is excited to offer further opportunities for Registered Nurse graduates who were not matched in the PMCV 2026 Graduate Nurse allocations.

This is a fantastic opportunity to join SWH in a 12-month Graduate Nurse Program commencing in September 2026, where you will be supported to build your confidence, strengthen your clinical skills and broaden your experience across a range of healthcare settings.

Our program is designed to provide a supportive and rewarding transition into professional practice, with structured clinical support, meaningful learning opportunities and exposure to different campuses, wards and clinical areas. You will be encouraged to learn, grow and make a meaningful contribution to the care of our patients and community.

Rotations will be scheduled across nursing areas and may include:

• Acute and subacute nursing wards
• Inpatient, day and community services
• Mental health
• Aged care

Rotation details and ward allocations will be confirmed prior to commencement.

This is more than a graduate program, it is an opportunity to grow your skills, expand your experience and build your confidence as a Registered Nurse, with the support of an experienced and dedicated team.

You will receive:

• A structured 12-month transition program with dedicated clinical support and guidance.
• Rotations across different campuses, wards and clinical areas, providing broad and varied experience.
• Opportunities to build and consolidate your clinical skills across a range of healthcare settings.
• Support to develop confidence, capability and professional practice.
• Access to professional development and ongoing learning opportunities.
• A welcoming and supportive environment where you will be encouraged to learn, contribute and thrive.
• The potential for permanent, ongoing employment following successful completion of the program, subject to organisational requirements and available positions.

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 the following:

1. Cover Letter. This should include your career intentions, if you are interested in speciality area, and why you are interested in working in the South West Region.
2. Resume (maximum three pages), including the details of two referees
3. Copy of your academic transcript (including grading key)
4. Copy of all completed clinical placement assessments (ANSAT)
5. Completed Application Checklist including table of Clinical areas of Clinical interest

Applications will close Sunday 13 September 2026.

Please Note: Applications will be reviewed as they are received, so we encourage you to apply early. Applications may close once all available positions have been filled.

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