Looking to advance your nursing career in midwifery? Join South West Healthcare's 2026 Post Graduate Midwifery Program and gain invaluable, hands-on clinical experience while working in a supportive and dynamic environment.

About the role

This paid clinical placement opportunity is ideal for Registered Nurses looking to specialise in midwifery while undertaking formal postgraduate study. Here you will work within our highly skilled Maternity Unit and collaborate across clinical services to deliver exceptional care to patients and their families.

Commencing February 2026, this fixed-term, part-time role offers up to 48 hours per fortnight over 12 months.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Fixed Term, Part time positions available (up to 48 hours per fortnight),
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $88,803.20 - $103,152.40 pro rata, plus superannuation

What you bring

We are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Registered Nurses who are ready to take the next step in their professional journey.

You will have:

• Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse
• Minimum 2 years of relevant post-graduate nursing experience
• Well-developed clinical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities
• A demonstrated commitment to continued education and professional development
• Confirmation of contact with Federation University Ballarat regarding course enrolment

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: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

To take the next step in your nursing career, submit your application by clicking the Apply button below. Please include a cover letter, current resume, and evidence of contact with Federation University.

Applications close on Sunday, 10 August 2025. Be sure to address the selection criteria 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 2024-2028 with the classification Registered Nurse grade 2.

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

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