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South West Healthcare (SWH) is inviting applications from highly motivated Registered Nurses currently employed at SWH who are seeking to expand their professional skills and gain experience in specialty areas of interest.

The 2027 Transition to Specialty Program is a 12-month professional development prospect designed to provide either:

- 12-month clinical rotation, or
- Two 6-month rotations (depending on the specialty stream(s) offered).

The program includes structured clinical milestones, professional development activities, and dedicated clinical support from the Nursing & Midwifery Education team. It is an ideal stepping stone for those planning to pursue postgraduate study in their chosen specialty.

Choose your Transition Year Pathway :

Specialty Career Pathway: A 12-month placement within one specialty area, supporting nurses to consolidate their clinical knowledge, skills and is ideal to prepare for future postgraduate study.

Discovery Pathway: Two 6-month rotations across clinical areas,



providing broader experience and the opportunity to explore different specialties before choosing a future career direction.

PROGRAM

ROTATION STRUCTURE

CLINICAL AREAS

Specialty Career Pathways

12-month

Emergency Department (ED)

Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Perioperative

Surgical Services Unit (SSU)

Paediatrics

Midwifery

Discovery Pathway

6-month / 6-month

Emergency Department (ED) / Intensive Care Unit (ICU)

Surgical (SSU)/ Perioperative

Paediatrics/ Emergency Department (ED)

Oncology/Acute

District Nursing / Medical

Acute/Rehabilitation

12 months

Camperdown Hospital

In your application letter, please identify your preferred pathway and clinical streams and briefly outline your interest in the program and how it aligns with your future career goals.

For specific enquiries regarding the role, contact Sharon Mckenzie, Clinical Support Nurse - Education and Training on Show phone number or email View email address on jobs.careers.vic.gov.au

📌 INTERNAL - 2027 Post Graduate Student - Transition to Speciality Program (Warrnambool)
🏢 South West Healthcare
📍 Warrnambool