Work Type: Fixed-term - Part-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Medicine, nursing and midwifery
Location: Barwon South West - Warrnambool
Reference: VG/1928319
Applications for South West Healthcare's 2027 Combined Graduate Mental Health / General Nursing Program are now open!
The combined Graduate Mental Health / General Nursing Program is a combination of Mental Health Nursing in South West Healthcare's (SWH) Mental Health Acute Inpatient Unit and General Acute Nursing within South West Healthcare.
Position overview
About the role
About our 2027 GNP - PMCV “Mental Health” Stream, combined speciality program.
SWH believe in providing a highly supportive environment for all Graduate Nurses that encourages professional development and excellence in nursing care. Our aim is to provide structured clinical support during the transition from student to Registered Nurse, whilst encouraging self-directed learning.
This program commencing from early 2027 offers the opportunity for participants to consolidate and apply theoretical knowledge by developing skills in a variety of settings. Participants have the option to work part time hours at 64 hours per fortnight within a 12-month program with the option for permanent, ongoing employment subject to the successful completion of the program. Future opportunities also exist to apply for specialised programs that provide pathways to post graduate study. Rotations are available in Camperdown, Warrnambool or mixed across campus.
All our combined Graduate Mental Health / General Nursing Program positions are subject to the state-wide Computer Matching process, conducted by the Post Graduate Medical Council of Victoria (PMCV). All public health Graduate Nurse Positions are allocated in Victoria through this Computer Matching Service. To be eligible for our GNP you must meet the PMCV eligibility criteria as per the PMCV Candidate handbook. Graduates of interstate or New Zealand Universities still apply for places via PMCV. Refer to PMCV guidelines and website for full details at https://gnmp.pmcv.com.au/
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
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
All applicants must apply through both PMCV and South West Healthcare 's application portal.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2024-2028 or 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:
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.
Group interviews will be conducted with shortlisted applicants in Warrnambool.
Applications will close on Wednesday 1st July 2026 at 5pm sharp.
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