Nestled in the heart of a vibrant rural town, Camperdown offers a unique blend of community warmth and natural beauty. If you are ready for a tree-change that balances professional satisfaction with a peaceful lifestyle, Camperdown is the place to be!

Are you a dedicated Registered Nurse or Registered Nurse/Midwife looking to make a difference in a vibrant rural community? South West Healthcare (SWH) is excited to offer Permanent Part-Time, Casual, and Fixed-Term (Parental Leave) opportunities in our Camperdown Acute Ward. Whether you're passionate about acute nursing, midwifery, or both, these positions offer a unique opportunity to deliver exceptional patient-centred care while being part of a supportive and experienced team.

About the Camperdown Acute Ward

Our dynamic team delivers a wide range of services, making this a fantastic place to expand your skills and thrive professionally. Services include:

• Acute, medical, surgical, urgent care, short stay, and palliative care nursing
• Birthing, Antenatal, and Postnatal care (for those with midwifery qualifications) in acute and community settings
• Opportunities to explore diverse areas such as Theatre, District Nursing, and Aged Care

Whether your focus is nursing, midwifery, or a combination of both, you'll find rewarding challenges and supportive colleagues.

Available Roles:

We are seeking compassionate and skilled professionals for the following positions: 

1. Permanent Part-Time -  20 hours per fortnight

2. Casual Opportunities - Choose hours that suit your availability.

3. Fixed-Term (Parental Leave)

• • 24 hours per fortnight (12 months, starting December 2024)
  • 32 hours per fortnight (12 months, starting January 2025)

Location: Camperdown Campus

Classification: Registered Nurse Grade 2

Salary Range: $81,364 - $100,146 pro rata, plus superannuation and applicable penalties 

What You Bring:

We welcome applications from both Registered Nurses and Registered Nurse/Midwives who possess:

• Current AHPRA registration
• Dual registration for those applying as Registered Nurse/Midwives
• Proven clinical skills and effective communication abilities
• A dedication to high-quality care and ongoing professional development
• (For midwives) A passion for supporting families through their birthing journey

Why Camperdown?

Located in a scenic rural setting, Camperdown combines the charm of small-town living with opportunities to make a big impact. You'll enjoy:

• A welcoming, close-knit community
• Stunning natural surroundings and a relaxed lifestyle
• The chance to contribute meaningfully to patient care in an inclusive team environment

Whether you're a Registered Nurse or a Registered Nurse/Midwife, this is your chance to grow professionally while making a real difference in a supportive environment.

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 respects all individuals and promote equity and inclusion of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people of all genders, sexual orientations, abilities, ages, racial, cultural and religious backgrounds and socio- economic status.

SWH is the major specialist referral centre for the Barwon South West sub-region, and provides a comprehensive range of acute, sub-acute, specialist, community, mental health and aged services.

North of the Great Ocean road, Camperdown lies within the “Lakes and Craters” region of the Corangamite Shire. The idyllic rural community boasts a thriving agricultural industry and considered the gateway to the 12 Apostles Gourmet Trail. 

To learn about the vibrant town and region please visit: https://www.visitvictoria.com/Regions/Great-Ocean-Road/Destinations/Camperdown

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.

How to apply

Submit your application by selecting the Apply button below and include a cover letter and resume by Sunday 8 December 2024. 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 Employers) Enterprise Agreement 2020-2024, with the appropriate classification 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
• Current Immunisation status

Note: If you experience any difficulties with this website, please email: humanresources@swh.net.au