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/1933495
Position overview
About the role
We are seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Registered Nurse to join our Clinical Trials team in a unique 12-month parental leave opportunity. This role offers a chance to gain valuable experience in the rewarding and rapidly growing field of clinical research while continuing to make a meaningful difference in patient care.
Whether you already have research experience or are looking to broaden your nursing career into a specialised area, this position provides exposure to innovative clinical trials, professional development opportunities, and the chance to work alongside a supportive and experienced multidisciplinary team.
As a Research Nurse (Clinical Trials), you will be at the centre of clinical research activity, providing patient care and coordinating study related clinical procedures in accordance with approved trial protocols.
Working collaboratively with the Clinical Trials Team, Research Department and broader organisation, you will help ensure clinical trials are conducted to the highest ethical, regulatory and professional standards. Your responsibilities will include participant recruitment and follow up, patient and family education, study coordination, data management, and monitoring participant safety throughout the research journey.
What you bring
We are seeking a proactive, organised and patient focused Registered Nurse who enjoys working collaboratively and is passionate about delivering high quality care.
You will have:
Desirable
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, r ehabilitation, 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
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 19 July 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 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.
Note: If you experience any difficulties using this website or require assistance at any stage of the recruitment process, please email: [email protected]