Registered Nurse - Medical Unit

We’re seeking passionate and dedicated Registered Nurses to join our dynamic 31-bed Medical Unit at our Warrnambool Campus. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality, patient-centred care in a fast-paced and supportive environment, while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of a beautiful coastal region.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Full time (80 hours per fortnight) with a monthly ADO or part time hours available.
• Please state your preferred hours in your cover letter.
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $86,580 - $107,510 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

Are you driven to deliver exceptional patient care in a fast‑paced, rewarding environment? Ready to take on a new challenge in a beautiful coastal setting? This is your opportunity to advance your clinical expertise and make a meaningful impact within our Medical Unit.

In this role, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative multidisciplinary team, working alongside allied health professionals and medical practitioners to provide high‑quality, patient‑centred care within our 31‑bed Medical Unit.

Our team is dedicated to delivering evidence‑based care that supports improved health outcomes and enhances the quality of life for our diverse inpatient population. The unit manages a broad range of medical presentations, with specialty focus areas including Palliative Care and Stroke Management.

This position offers the chance to broaden your clinical skills, contribute to best‑practice care, and play a key role in supporting patients and their families throughout their healthcare journey.

What you bring

• Current AHPRA Registration as a Registered Nurse
• At least 12 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

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 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 27 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: ••••@swh.net.au