Registered Nurse - Penshurst

Registered Nurse – Acute Ward Penshurst

Penshurst | Aged Care

Part Time & Full Time Available

Join a values driven organisation making a real difference

$87,426 + 12% Superannuation + Salary Packaging Benefits

Build Your Career. Make a Real Difference.

Are you a Registered Nurse passionate about delivering high-quality, person-centred care? Join Western District Health Service as a Registered Nurse – Penshurst Acute Care, where you’ll support residents in a dementia-friendly environment and contribute to meaningful health outcomes every day.

This is a role for someone who values connection, teamwork, and compassionate care — and who wants to build their experience in aged care while making a genuine difference in people’s lives.

What You'll Be Doing

As part of our committed clinical team, you’ll provide safe, respectful, and person-centred care across:

Person-Centred Care —
Support residents with daily living needs while delivering evidence-based care that respects individual preferences, dignity, and wellbeing.

Clinical Support & Care Delivery —
Contribute to the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of care in collaboration with Registered Nurses and the broader healthcare team.

Monitoring & Escalation —
Recognise changes in residents’ health or behaviour and promptly escalate concerns to ensure timely and appropriate clinical responses.

Consumer Engagement —
Actively involve residents, families, and carers in care planning and decision-making, fostering trust and open communication.

Teamwork & Collaboration —
Work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, contributing to a positive, respectful, and supportive workplace culture.

Quality & Compliance —
Operate within scope of practice, adhere to professional standards and policies, and contribute to continuous improvement, accreditation, and safety processes.

What You Bring

• Bachelor degree of Nursing and current registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Experience in aged care (desirable), particularly working with people living with dementia
• A genuine commitment to person-centred care and resident wellbeing
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team
• Sound clinical judgement, attention to detail, and accountability in practice
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and learning

Understanding of professional standards, legislation, and safe work practices

Why Join Western District Health Service?

About Us

Western District Health Service (WDHS) is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred healthcare to communities across the Southern Grampians and Glenelg Shire. As the region’s largest employer employing over 1000 people, we provide a comprehensive range of acute inpatient, residential aged care, and community health services, supported by a strong culture of teamwork, community connection, and excellence in rural health delivery.

We are proud to foster a diverse, inclusive, and accessible workplace for our staff, consumers, and visitors, guided by our core values of Integrity, Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect and Empathy.

Discover Life in Hamilton

Located in the heart of Victoria’s Southern Grampians region, Hamilton offers the perfect blend of career opportunity and lifestyle. With a welcoming community of around 10,000 people (serving a broader catchment of 16,500), it’s an ideal place to build your career while enjoying a relaxed, regional way of life.

From the stunning landscapes of the Grampians National Park to nearby coastal gems including Warrnambool, Port Fairy and Portland — plus local wineries and outdoor experiences — Hamilton provides an enviable work/life balance.

To learn more about WDHS, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/about-us/
To explore the region, visit: https://wdhs.net/v2/home/careers/community-information/

What we offer:

• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Supportive team environment and strong clinical leadership
• Access to ongoing education and professional development
• A workplace that values diversity, inclusion, and belonging
• Meaningful work making a difference in rural health outcomes

Interested?

For more information, view the position description at

For a confidential discussion, contact Emily Cowen, Acting DON: 5552 3000 or ******@wdhs.net

How to Apply

To apply via our careers page, commence your application by completing the form below and selecting “Next” to continue.

If applying through SEEK, simply click “Apply” and follow the prompts.

Applications must include a current resume and a cover letter outlining your suitability for the role.

Applications close: Friday 7th August 2026
Applications will be reviewed as received — early applications are encouraged, as the role may close once filled.

Western District Health Service is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive and culturally safe workplace where everyone feels valued and respected. We embrace fair and transparent recruitment practices and recognise the unique strengths, experiences and perspectives people bring from all walks of life.

We encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, members of the LGBTIQA+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people living with disability.

If you require support or adjustments during the recruitment process, please contact our People & Culture team on 555 18225— we’re here to ensure you can participate fully and comfortably.

Successful applicants will be required to hold (or be willing to obtain) a current National Criminal Police Check. Depending on the role, a Working with Children Check and/or NDIS Worker Screening Check may also be required. Compliance with WDHS immunisation and vaccination requirements is a condition of employment.