Surgical Liaison Nurse

Position overview

• Employment Type: Part time (64 hours per fortnight), On going position
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Liaison Officer District Nursing
• Salary Range: $121,695.60 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking a dedicated Surgical Liaison Nurse to join our Planned Surgery Unit. In this key role, you will coordinate and support consumers throughout their elective surgery journey, delivering a seamless, person-centred experience from preadmission through to surgery and post-operative care.

Working collaboratively with surgeons, anaesthetists, theatre teams, unit managers and other multidisciplinary colleagues, you will provide specialist nursing expertise, coordinate care, and help optimise planned surgery outcomes. This role is ideal for a proactive and organised registered nurse who is passionate about improving the consumer experience and delivering high-quality elective surgical care.

What you bring

The successful applicant will hold current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse, with experience in clinical leadership, surgical nursing and a commitment to ongoing professional development. You will have the ability to work autonomously and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team, with proven skills in assessing, planning and managing clinical care.

You will bring strong communication, analytical and problem-solving skills, advanced data management and computer capabilities, and a commitment to delivering person-centred care. You will also demonstrate the ability to contribute to quality improvement initiatives, achieve key performance indicators, and support the delivery of safe, effective and high-quality healthcare outcomes.

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 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

South West Healthcare is an Equal Opportunities employer and commits to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity by providing a trusting workplace that is 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: humanresources@swh.net.au