Occupation:
Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location:
Barwon South West - Warrnambool
Reference:
VG/1894011
Are you a passionate nurse seeking a rewarding career and a fresh start in a beautiful coastal location? South West Healthcare in Warrnambool offers an incredible opportunity to join a supportive team in a thriving regional health service. Nestled along Victoria's stunning Great Ocean Road, Warrnambool provides the perfect blend of professional growth, community connection, and lifestyle, with pristine beaches, vibrant culture, and a welcoming community. Make the move and discover your potential with us!
About the role South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking an experienced and dynamic Critical Care Liaison Nurse (CCLN) to join our dedicated team. This pivotal role provides expert consultation, clinical support, and emergency response across the organisation to ensure secure, high-quality, and patient-centred care for acutely ill and deteriorating patients.
As an advanced practice clinician, you will play an integral role in supporting and mentoring staff, promoting evidence-based practice, and driving continuous improvement initiatives within our health service. Working collaboratively across departments and regional health partners, the CCLN will contribute to strengthening clinical standards, enhancing patient outcomes, and fostering a culture of excellence in critical and acute care delivery.
Position overview
Employment:
Full-time, Ongoing positions available
Location:
Warrnambool Campus
Classification:
Clinical Nurse Consultant B
Salary:
$122,907.20 pro rata, plus superannuation
What you bring The successful applicant will be an experienced Critical Care Registered Nurse with advanced clinical skills and a passion for supporting high-quality, patient-centred care. You bring strong leadership, critical thinking and communication skills, with the ability to guide, educate and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams.
Essential requirements
Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
Postgraduate qualification in Critical Care Nursing and at least five years' ICU experience.
Current Advanced Life Support (ALS) accreditation.
Proven ability to lead change, apply evidence-based practice and use clinical data to improve outcomes.
A commitment to South West Healthcare's values of compassion, accountability, respect and excellence.
Desirable: postgraduate (Master's) studies, ALS2 accreditation and/or prior leadership or liaison nurse experience.
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 respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio-economic status.
SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the South West region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.
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 30 November 2025.
Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment and Conditions Employment Ter ms and Conditions will be in line with the Nurses and Midwives (Victorian Public Sector) (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 with the classification Clinical Nurse Consultant
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
Note If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au
Applications close Sunday 30 November 2025 at 11.59pm #J-18808-Ljbffr