Registered Nurse-Day Stay Unit

Ready for a nursing role that works for you?
If you are an experienced Registered Nurse looking for a rewarding clinical opportunity with greater work life balance, we would love to hear from you. Join our Day Stay Unit and make a difference to the patient experience at South West Healthcare.

Position overview

• Employment Type: Permanent, Part time, (40 hours per fortnight)
• Location: Warrnambool Campus
• Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2
• Salary Range: $86,580 - $107,510 pro rata, plus superannuation

        Enjoy the best of both worlds - rewarding clinical nursing and a lifestyle that works for you.

About the Role

South West Healthcare (SWH) is seeking an experienced Registered Nurse to join our friendly and dedicated Day Stay Unit at Warrnambool Campus.

This permanent part-time opportunity (40 hours per fortnight) offers the chance to work across a diverse range of day procedures and infusions, delivering high quality, patient centred care in a supportive and collaborative environment.

With a roster primarily Monday to Friday and only occasional Saturday shifts, this role offers a great opportunity to enjoy a rewarding nursing career while maintaining a healthy work-life balance, with no night duty or on call requirements.

Our Day Stay Unit comprises 15 beds and 5 chairs, providing care to patients throughout their short-stay journey. You will enjoy a varied clinical role, build meaningful connections with patients and work alongside a supportive team who are passionate about delivering safe, quality care. You'll also have the opportunity to share your knowledge, mentor colleagues and contribute to a positive team culture.

What you bring

We are looking for a Registered Nurse who:

• Holds current registration with AHPRA.
• Has relevant clinical nursing experience and strong clinical assessment and problem-solving skills.
• Demonstrates excellent communication and interpersonal skills when working with patients, families and colleagues.
• Has well-developed time management skills and the ability to prioritise competing demands.
• Shows initiative, flexibility and a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Has experience in surgical or day procedure settings (highly regarded, 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: 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 22 November 2026. Please ensure you addre ss 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. With the appropriate classification of Registered Nurse Grade 2.

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 is 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: humanresources@swh.net.au