Position overview

• Employment Type: Full time or part time, fixed term 12-month parental leave position
• Please indicate whether you are seeking full-time or part-time hours in your application
• Ongoing employment may be considered for the right candidate
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $86,580 - $107,510 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

Are you passionate about delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic and supportive environment? Looking for a rewarding opportunity in a beautiful coastal region? Join South West Healthcare's Acute Care Unit and take the next step in your nursing career.

At South West Healthcare (SWH), our 22-bed Acute Care Unit provides specialised care to patients with complex medical and surgical needs. As the primary referral unit for patients transitioning from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU), we play a critical role in supporting recovery and delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.

Working within a collaborative multidisciplinary team, our Registered Nurses provide safe, compassionate, and evidence-based care while supporting patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey.

We are seeking dedicated and motivated Registered Nurses who thrive in a fast-paced environment, demonstrate a commitment to excellence in patient care, and are eager to further develop their clinical skills and knowledge. This is an excellent opportunity to broaden your experience, enhance your expertise, and make a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients and community.

What you bring

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• At least six months' recent experience in an acute medical or surgical setting, supported by a minimum of four years' overall clinical experience.
• Demonstrated commitment to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism.
• Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centred care.
• Strong communication, organisational, and time management skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and lifelong learning.
• Current working rights in Australia.

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 20 September 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