
Registered Nurse - Acute Care Unit
South West Healthcare
Posted 6 days ago
Join Our Dedicated Acute Care Team!
Are you passionate about delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic and supportive environment? Looking for a rewarding challenge in a stunning coastal location? This is your opportunity to grow your clinical expertise and make a meaningful impact in our Acute Care Unit.
At South West Healthcare (SWH), our 22-bed Acute Care Unit plays a vital role in supporting patients with complex surgical and medical needs. As the primary referral unit for patients transitioning from ICU, our team of skilled Registered Nurses works collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, compassionate, and high-quality care for patients and their families.
We're seeking dedicated professionals who thrive in fast-paced settings and are committed to continuous learning and excellence in patient outcomes.
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: $81,733.60 - $103,152.40 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: 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 16 November 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 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
- Current Immunisation status
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About South West Healthcare
South West Healthcare is committed to providing a comprehensive range of health care services to enhance the quality of life for people in south west Victoria.
An incorporated body under the Health Services Act 1988, South West Healthcare is overseen by a 10-member Board of Directors, appointed by the Governor-in-Council from community nominees. Board members each serve three-year terms, and may be eligible for re-nomination at the end of each term.
Daily management of the service is by a six-person Executive, headed by the Chief Executive Officer. Each executive member is responsible for a specific area of the service - medical services; nursing services; mental health services; finance and business services; primary and community services.
Source: This is an extract from the company’s own website.
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