Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location: Barwon South West - Warrnambool
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Ready to enhance your career and lifestyle? Join the friendly and dynamic team at South West Healthcare Nestled in the stunning Great South Coast region, we serve over 110,000 residents with a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and psychiatric services. With 282 beds and extensive primary and community services, our focus is on delivering exceptional holistic care. Warrnambool, our lively city, offers excellent sports facilities, educational institutions from preschool to university, and a vibrant social and cultural scene. Explore the award-winning foreshore promenade—a 5.7km coastal path with spectacular views from the breakwater to the Hopkins River mouth. Embrace a rewarding career and a vibrant lifestyle with us
Join Our Dedicated Acute Care Team
Are you driven to deliver outstanding patient care in a fast-paced and rewarding environment? Ready for a new challenge in a beautiful coastal setting? This is your chance to advance your clinical expertise and make a real difference in our Acute Care Unit
At Southwest Healthcare (SWH), our 22-bed Acute Care Unit provides vital support for patients with complex surgical and medical needs. As the primary referral unit for patients transitioning from ICU, our skilled Registered Nurses work closely with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal outcomes for patients and their families in a safe and compassionate environment.
Position overview
* Employment Type : Ongoing, full-time (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO. Part-time applicants are welcome—please indicate your preferred hours in your application.
* Location: Warrnambool Campus
* Classification : Registered Nurse Grade 2
* Salary Range : $81,364.40 – $100,146.80 per annum (pro rata), plus superannuation and applicable penalties
What you bring
* Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse
* At least 6 months of recent experience in acute medical or surgical settings
* A commitment to maintaining the highest standards of confidentiality and professionalism
* A dedication to providing safe and compassionate care
* Strong communication and management skills
* An eagerness for ongoing education and professional growth
* Current working rights in Australia
Why Choose Us?
* Relocation Made Easy: We offer potential accommodation and relocation assistance, assessed on an individual basis, to help you make your move to our beautiful seaside city of Warrnambool
* Ideal Location: Experience life in Warrnambool, located in the stunning South West of Victoria. Enjoy easy access to beaches and charming country towns, all just a short drive away, with minimal traffic for a hassle-free commute
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 Barwon South West sub-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:
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Thursday 18 September 2025. 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 Employers) Enterprise Agreement .
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
* Police Record Check
* Employee Working with Children\'s Check
* Current Immunisation status
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Applications close Thursday 18 September 2025 at 11.59pm
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