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/1943549
Position overview
About the role
South West Healthcare's Acute Care Unit is seeking a passionate and experienced Registered Nurse to join our team as an Associate Nurse Unit Manager (ANUM).
This is an exciting leadership opportunity for a motivated clinician looking to influence high-quality patient care while supporting the development of a skilled and collaborative nursing team. Working closely with the Nurse Unit Manager, you will play a key role in:
Our 22-bed Acute Care Unit provides specialised care for patients with complex medical and surgical needs and serves as the primary referral destination for patients transitioning from the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). This dynamic environment offers the opportunity to further develop your clinical expertise, leadership capabilities, and influence on patient outcomes.
If you are a dedicated nurse leader who is passionate about fostering a positive workplace culture, driving clinical excellence, and delivering exceptional patient care, we would love to hear from you.
What you bring
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 st rong 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 20 September 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:
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.
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