Work Type: Ongoing - Full-time
Salary: Salary not specified
Grade: Grade in advertisement
Occupation: Community services
Location: Barwon South West - Warrnambool
Reference: VG/1886245
Position: Registered Psychiatric Nurse - Mental Health Acute Inpatient Unit
South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking motivated and compassionate Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs) to join our Mental Health Acute Inpatient Unit (MHAIU) at our Warrnambool campus.
This is a unique opportunity to work as part of a dedicated and supportive multi-disciplinary team delivering high quality, recovery focused care in a 24/7 inpatient environment. Our service is closely integrated with community mental health teams and the Prevention and Recovery Centre, ensuring seamless support for consumers and their carers across the South West region of Victoria.
About the role
As an RPN in the MHAIU, you will:
What you bring
We are looking for enthusiastic and skilled nurses who are committed to delivering excellence in mental health care. You will 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.
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 Barwon South West sub-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 19 October 2025. Please ensure you address the selection criteria as outlined in the position description.
Employment Terms and Conditions will be in line with the Victorian Public Mental Health Services Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024, with the appropriate classification Registered Psychiatric Nurse Grade 2.
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
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