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/1895569
About the role
This is an exciting opportunity to join our Surgical Services team as an experienced Registered Nurse on a temporary basis to cover staff on secondments and parental leave. Be part of a fast paced, dynamic surgical environment where every day brings variety and the chance to make a real impact on patients' lives.
Our Surgical Services Unit delivers care across a wide range of elective and emergency surgeries, including Orthopaedics, Plastics, ENT, and General Surgery. You will work alongside highly skilled nurses and multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe, seamless care and positive outcomes for patients and their families.
This role is perfect for nurses looking to gain experience across multiple specialties, expand their skills, or enjoy flexible temporary work in a supportive environment.
Position overview
0.7 FTE: Jan - May 2026
0.5 FTE: Jan - July 2026
0.8 FTE: Jan 2026 - Jan 2027
Location: Warrnambool Campus
Please note: When applying, state your preferred hours so we can match the role to your availability.
What you bring
The successful applicant will:
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 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 7 December 2 025. 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:
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