Position overview

- Employment: Part time (16 hours per fortnight), Fixed-term position until February 2027
- In addition, there are also opportunities to provide leave coverage within the SWH Cancer Services team as required
- Location: Warrnambool Campus
- Classification: Clinical Nurse Consultant C
- Salary range: $134,498 - $137,696.00 pro rata, plus superannuation

About the role

SWH is seeking a dynamic Breast Care Nurse to provide clinical expertise, guidance, advocacy, education and support in the management of breast cancer for patients across the South-West region. Supported by the McGrath Foundation, this role is responsible for collaborating with members of the multidisciplinary care team and relevant community service providers to coordinate the delivery of patient-centred, specialised support services across the care continuum, to patients and their families.

What you bring

The successful applicant will demonstrate prior experience working in Oncology or relevant areas and have basic knowledge of chemotherapy treatments and radiotherapy treatments. Applicants should be able to demonstrate a high level of clinical skill together with the ability to communicate effectively at all levels. Applicants must hold current registration with AHPRA as a Registered Nurse, post graduate qualifications relevant to Breast Cancer Nursing or equivalent is highly desirable.

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
- 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: http://www.warrnambool.com/

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Tuesday, 11 October 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 or Medical Scientists, Pharmacists and Psychologists Victorian Public Sector (Single Interest Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2021-2025.

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: **************@swh.net.au

📌 McGrath Breast Care Nurse (Warrnambool)
🏢 South West Healthcare
📍 Warrnambool