26 Oct
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CSBS Group
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Baringa
26 Oct
CSBS Group
Baringa
About the Role
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality, person-centred clinical care within a Supported Independent Living (SIL) home. This rewarding role involves supporting two Participants with complex health needs, ensuring their safety, wellbeing, and quality of life while promoting independence within a home environment. The RN will play a key role in managing and monitoring complex health conditions, including:
- PEG tube management, including administration of feeds and medications and ongoing site care
- Epilepsy and seizure management, including medication administration and implementation of seizure management plans
- Respiratory care, including aspiration pneumonia prevention and management, asthma support, and use of suctioning equipment
- Complex bowel care, including bowel management programs and administration of enemas
Working closely with Participants, families, support workers, medical practitioners, and allied health professionals, the Registered Nurse will provide clinical leadership and evidence-based care that supports positive health outcomes, independence, and overall quality of life.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide clinical oversight, assessment, and direct nursing care for Participants with complex health needs
- Administer medications, feeds, and treatments via PEG/J tube in accordance with best practice guidelines and organisational procedures
- Develop, implement, monitor, and review individualised care plans in collaboration with Participants and multidisciplinary teams
- Monitor health status and respond appropriately to changes in condition, escalating concerns when required
- Support the implementation of seizure management, respiratory care, and complex bowel care plans
- Provide education, guidance, and clinical mentoring to Support Workers to promote safe and effective care delivery
- Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in accordance with legislative, regulatory, and organisational requirements
- Liaise effectively with families, guardians, medical practitioners, and allied health professionals to ensure coordinated care
Essential Criteria
- Current registration as a Registered Nurse with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia (NMBA)
- Demonstrated experience providing complex clinical care within disability, community, aged care, or healthcare settings
- Proven competency in PEG tube care, including feeding, medication administration, troubleshooting, and site maintenance
- Strong knowledge and experience in epilepsy management, including seizure recognition, response, and medication administration
- Experience in medication administration and a sound understanding of relevant legislation, standards, and clinical guidelines
- Excellent clinical assessment, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
- Robust interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and collaborate effectively across disciplines
- Commitment to person-centred practice, participant rights, and ethical care delivery
Personal Attributes
- Compassionate, respectful, and committed to delivering exceptional care and support
- Calm, confident, and resilient when responding to complex health needs and emergency situations
- Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-focused, with strong attention to detail
- Committed to continuous learning,
professional development, and best-practice care
- Professional, ethical, and able to maintain confidentiality at all times
- Strong teamwork, mentoring, and leadership capabilities
This role offers the prospect to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Participants by supporting their health, independence, wellbeing, and ability to live fulfilling lives within their community.
Relevant items required
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Positive Notice Blue Card
- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse
- Current First Aid and CPR Certificate
- Reliable smartphone with internet access
- Completion of the NDIS Worker Orientation Module – ‘Quality, Safety and You’
If you can demonstrate the skills, experience, and commitment required for this role and would like to be part of a passionate and supportive team, we encourage you to apply today. Alternatively, please contact our HR Team at ••••@csbs.com.au.
About Us
We are an NDIS-registered provider supporting people with disability across South East Queensland. Our relationship-based approach empowers people to make decisions across all aspects of their lives. Through co-designed supports, we place each person at the centre of decision-making, enabling them to achieve their goals, live their best life, and be treated with dignity, respect, and equality.
We are an energetic and values-driven workforce made up of people from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. We believe that embracing diversity strengthens our organisation, enriches our culture, and improves outcomes for the people we support.
People of all ages, abilities, genders, cultures, and ethnicities are encouraged to apply. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed.
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