Registered Nurse-Intensive Care Unit

Position overview

• Employment Type: Permanent full time/part time positions available
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $84,058.00 - $104,379.60 pro rata, plus superannuation

Bring your Critical Care expertise to a growing service and be part of the exciting future of South West Healthcare.

About the role

With the continued expansion of our Critical Care services and the South West Healthcare redevelopment underway, we are seeking experienced Critical Care Registered Nurses to join our high-performing team.

Based in our 10 bed Intensive Care/High Dependency Unit, you will provide expert, evidence-based critical care to a diverse patient population while working alongside a skilled and supportive multidisciplinary team. You will have the opportunity to contribute to service development, support the growth of our team and play an integral role in delivering exceptional patient outcomes.

This is an exciting time to join South West Healthcare as we continue to invest in our people, facilities and the future of healthcare across our region. If you are an experienced Critical Care nurse looking to make a meaningful impact while enjoying the lifestyle benefits of regional Victoria, we would love to hear from you.

What You will Bring

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Postgraduate critical care qualifications or relevant Critical Care nursing experience.
• A passion for delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Strong clinical assessment, problem-solving and communication skills.
• Commitment to ongoing learning and professional development.

What you bring

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
• Post-graduate critical care qualifications or relevant clinical experience in a Critical Care environment
• Desire to learn and develop further expertise in critical care
• Strong clinical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Commitment to ongoing education and professional development
• Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team

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 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 16 August 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

Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au