Position overview

• Employment Type: Full & Part Time opportunities - Multiple Fixed term Parental leave contracts
• Flexible hours and FTE available to suit your lifestyle
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $86,580.00 - $107,510.00 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

We are seeking experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurses to join our team and help shape the future of emergency care at South West Healthcare.

Whether you are looking for your next career challenge or considering a lifestyle change, this is an opportunity to bring your Emergency Nursing expertise to a busy, progressive and supportive regional Emergency Department.

There has never been a better time to join South West Healthcare. Our hospital, including the Emergency Department, is undergoing a major redevelopment, delivering modern, purpose-built facilities designed to support exceptional patient care and an outstanding experience for both patients and staff.

Our Emergency Department manages approximately 35,000 presentations each year, providing exposure to a broad and rewarding range of trauma, acute medical, paediatric, mental health and critical care presentations. Your experience will be valued as you work across a diverse scope of practice, manage complex presentations and continue to strengthen your clinical expertise.

As an experienced ED nurse, you will have the opportunity to make a real difference, sharing your knowledge, supporting your colleagues and contributing to a team committed to delivering high-quality emergency care.

What truly sets us apart is our people. Our team is welcoming, collaborative and supportive. We work hard, look after each other and create an environment where experienced clinicians are valued, professional growth is encouraged and teamwork is at the centre of everything we do.

About You

You will bring:

• Current registration as a Registered Nurse with AHPRA.
• A minimum of 12 months recent Emergency Department experience.
• Excellent clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
• A passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centred emergency care.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to positive team culture.
• Postgraduate qualifications in Emergency or Critical Care Nursing (desirable).

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
• Relocation assistance available for eligible candidates

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 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