11 Oct
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Breakaway Toowoomba
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Toowoomba
11 Oct
Breakaway Toowoomba
Toowoomba
Job Description
Why Join Breakaway Toowoomba?
Breakaway Toowoomba Inc. (Breakaway) has been supporting people with disability across the Toowoomba region since ****.
What started as a small, family-based respite service has grown into a trusted local provider delivering a wide range of supports, including independent living, respite, community participation, in-home support, and day services.
With over 130 local staff, our focus remains firmly on delivering high-quality, person-centred care while continuing to invest in our people, systems, and infrastructure.
Our vision is to be a leading provider in disability and human services, delivering reliable, connected, and quality support that empowers clients and their families.
At Breakaway, you are not just joining a team – you are becoming part of a purpose-driven organisation committed to inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement.
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to support clients with chronic and complex disability and health needs within our Specialist Disability Accommodation (SDA) and community settings.
Working alongside a supportive team of Nurses and Disability Support Workers, you will play a key role in assessing, planning, delivering, and evaluating client care.
You will collaborate closely with the Clinical Lead to ensure high-quality, compliant, and person-centred outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver safe and effective nursing care aligned with individual care plans and NDIS requirements
Monitor and respond to changes in client health and wellbeing
Support clients with medication management, enteral feeding, personal care, and community participation
Coordinate appointments and assist clients to achieve their goals and independence
Maintain accurate clinical documentation, including progress notes and incident reports
Provide clinical guidance and support to Disability Support Workers
Ensure compliance with NMBA standards, NDIS Practice Standards, and organisational policies
Participate in quality audits, risk management, and continuous improvement initiatives
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Current and unrestricted AHPRA registration
Strong clinical skills and care planning experience
Experience supporting clients with complex health needs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Robust organisational and time management abilities
Ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team
Current Blue Card and NDIS Worker Screening Clearance (or willingness to obtain)
Current Driver Licence and CPR Certificate
Highly Desirable:
Experience in paediatric complex care
Experience in disability or community-based care
Enteral feeding, medication administration, and complex care experience
Knowledge of aspiration risk, respiratory support, or oxygen therapy
Experience working with families and multidisciplinary teams
Why Choose Breakaway?
Above-award rates of pay
Meaningful, purpose-driven work
Supportive leadership and collaborative team culture
Opportunities for professional development and career growth
Salary packaging and employee wellbeing initiatives
More Than Just a Role
At Breakaway, we value not only what you do, but how you contribute to the team.
We look for individuals who bring a positive attitude, work collaboratively, commit to continuous learning, and actively contribute to improving how we deliver services.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are passionate about delivering high-quality care and want to be part of a values-driven organisation, we would love to hear from you.
Submit your application, including:
A cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and your suitability
Your resume
Two supervisory referees
For further information, please contact:Jodi Peck, Clinical Lead**************
📌 Registered Nurse (Toowoomba)
🏢 Breakaway Toowoomba
📍 Toowoomba