Position overview
Employment Type: Part time (66.5 hours per fortnight), Fixed term parental leave position
Commencing: 7 September ****
Ending: 5 September ****
Location: Warrnambool Campus
Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
Salary Range: $86,580 to $107,510pro rata, plus superannuation
About the role
We are seeking enthusiastic and skilled Registered Nurses with a passion for perioperative care to join our supportive and highly capable theatre team.
Based in Warrnambool, our Operating Theatre service offers a diverse and fast-paced workplace where you'll work alongside dedicated medical, nursing, and clinical professionals to deliver safe, high-quality care.
Our theatre suite includes:
3 Operating Theatres
1 Endoscopy / Minor Procedures Room
7-bed Recovery Area
In this role, you'll contribute to positive patient outcomes by providing high‐quality perioperative nursing care in a collaborative, patient‐focused environment.
This is an excellent opportunity to grow your perioperative skills while being supported by an experienced and welcoming team.
What you bring
Current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse.
Well-developed clinical and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication skills at all levels.
Commitment to ongoing education and professional development is highly regarded.
Postgraduate qualification in peri-operative nursing is desired but not essential.
What we offer
You will enjoy benefits such as:
Excellent salary packaging options including meals & entertainment, novated leasing and additional superannuation contributions
Internal and external professional development opportunities
Ongoing clinical supervision
A range of internal development opportunities focusing on personal development such as resilience and mentoring workshops and comprehensive leadership programs
Excellent terms and conditions of employment
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: /
How to apply
Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 16 August ****.
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 *********.
The successful applicant will be required to be eligible for and undergo the following:
Police Record Check
Employee Working with Children's Check, where required
Current Immunisation status
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: ******

📌 Registered Nurse - Operating Theatre (Warrnambool)
🏢 South West Healthcare
📍 Warrnambool