Position: Registered Nurse - Surgical Services Unit Employment Type: Permanent Part Time (64 hours per fortnight) Location: Warrnambool Campus Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2 Salary: $83,803.20 - $103,152.40 pro rata, plus superannuation About the role An exciting opportunity is available for a Registered Nurse to join our well-supported and fast-paced Surgical Services team. This role offers variety, strong clinical exposure and the opportunity to make a genuine difference in patient outcomes. Our Surgical Services Unit delivers care across a broad range of elective and emergency surgical specialties, including Orthopaedics, Plastics, Urology and General Surgery. You will be supported by an experienced and collaborative multidisciplinary team as you provide safe, high-quality, patient-centred care across the surgical journey. This position is ideal for nurses who thrive in a busy environment, enjoy developing their surgical skills, and are seeking the stability and flexibility of permanent part-time employment. What you bring The successful applicant will: Hold current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse, with a minimum of 12 months relevant experience, preferably in a surgical setting Demonstrate a strong commitment to professional confidentiality and provide patient-centred care in a safe and caring environment Display excellent time management, organisational, and communication skills Show evidence of a commitment to ongoing education and professional development, which will be highly regarded 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 South West 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 81 March 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 Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 with the classification Registered Nurse Grade 2 salary range. 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 with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au
