Make a Difference Beyond Traditional Nursing

Shifts starting at 2 days a week and increasing as the role expands.

Are you an experienced Registered Nurse who is passionate about improving the lives of people living with disabilities?

Do you enjoy mentoring others, developing training programs and ensuring the highest standards of clinical care?

Best Life Disability Services (BLDS) is seeking a dedicated and experienced Clinical Nurse to join our growing team in a unique role combining clinical nursing, staff education, competency assessment and quality improvement.

This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated Registered Nurse who wants to make a meaningful difference, not only through direct clinical care but also by developing the skills and confidence of disability support workers.

We are particularly interested in applicants who hold a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122) or are willing to obtain this qualification within an agreed timeframe.

About Best Life Disability Services

Best Life Disability Services is a registered NDIS provider based in Virginia, South Australia.

We are a passionate, family-owned organisation committed to providing high-quality, person-centred disability supports that empower participants to achieve greater independence, build confidence and live fulfilling lives.

Our services include Supported Independent Living (SIL), assistance with daily living, community participation, group programs and support for individuals with complex physical, intellectual and psychosocial disabilities.

As our organisation continues to grow, we are investing in strengthening our clinical governance, workforce training and professional development programs.

We are looking for a Clinical Nurse who shares our values and is excited about helping shape the future of clinical care and staff education within BLDS.

About the Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, you will play a key role in overseeing clinical practices, supporting participants with complex healthcare needs and ensuring our disability support workers are appropriately trained and competent.

A significant focus of this role will be developing and delivering in-house clinical training and conducting practical competency assessments for our support workers.

You will have the opportunity to influence clinical standards, implement improvements and develop a positive learning culture across the organisation.

Your Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership and Participant Care

- Provide clinical advice, guidance and support to disability support workers and management.
- Conduct clinical assessments and develop individualised participant care plans.
- Oversee medication management practices and clinical support procedures.




- Provide guidance for participants requiring complex and high-intensity supports.
- Identify and manage clinical risks, including falls, seizures, skin integrity and medication incidents.
- Liaise with GPs, allied health professionals, hospitals and other healthcare providers.
- Assist with clinical incident investigations and continuous quality improvement.

Staff Training and Competency Assessment

- Develop and deliver practical, engaging training programs for disability support workers.
- Conduct workplace competency assessments and provide constructive feedback.
- Deliver training in medication assistance and administration, manual handling, infection control and clinical support procedures.
- Provide education relating to epilepsy, diabetes, enteral feeding, catheter care, continence, wound care and other high-intensity supports, within your clinical scope.
- Develop participant-specific training resources and competency checklists.
- Support new employee inductions and ongoing staff professional development.
- Work collaboratively with Human Resources to maintain staff training and competency records.
- Identify training gaps and implement refresher programs where required.

Clinical Governance and NDIS Compliance

- Assist in developing and reviewing clinical policies and procedures.
- Ensure clinical practices align with the NDIS Practice Standards and relevant nursing requirements.
- Support organisational preparation for NDIS audits.
- Monitor clinical incidents and recommend improvements.
- Promote safe, respectful and person-centred support practices.

About You

We are looking for a confident, compassionate and proactive Registered Nurse who enjoys sharing their knowledge and supporting others to develop professionally.

You will be someone who can work independently, build strong relationships and take ownership of clinical education and quality improvement initiatives.

Essential Requirements

- Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
- Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent recognised nursing qualification.
- Certificate IV in Training and Assessment (TAE40122 or recognised equivalent), or willingness to obtain this qualification within an agreed timeframe.
- Demonstrated clinical nursing experience.
- Strong understanding of medication management, clinical risk and safe nursing practices.
- Excellent communication, organisational and documentation skills.




- Ability to develop and deliver staff education and practical training.
- Current NDIS Worker Screening Check, or ability to obtain.
- Current Working with Children Check, or ability to obtain.
- Current driver's licence.

Highly Desirable

- Experience working within the NDIS or disability sector.
- Experience in community nursing, supported accommodation or complex care.
- Experience delivering staff training and conducting competency assessments.
- Knowledge of NDIS Practice Standards and high-intensity daily personal activities.
- Experience developing clinical care plans, policies and procedures.
- Experience in medication management, wound care, diabetes, epilepsy and complex health conditions.
- Previous experience in clinical leadership, education or quality assurance.

Why Join Best Life Disability Services?

At BLDS, we recognise that our employees are central to the quality of supports we provide.

We offer:

- A unique and rewarding nursing role combining clinical care, leadership and staff education.
- Flexible employment arrangements with full-time or part-time opportunities available.
- Competitive remuneration negotiated according to experience and qualifications.
- Career development opportunities, including the opportunity to obtain or further utilise a Certificate IV in Training and Assessment.
- Direct involvement in organisational decision-making, working closely with the Managing Director.
- The opportunity to develop and lead our internal clinical training program.
- A supportive, family-owned workplace where your knowledge, ideas and contributions are valued.
- Meaningful work improving the safety, independence and quality of life of people living with disabilities.

This is an opportunity to move beyond traditional nursing responsibilities and have a lasting impact on the quality of disability supports delivered across our organisation.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate Registered Nurse who enjoys educating others and wants to contribute to a growing disability organisation, we would love to hear from you!

Please submit your resume and a cover letter outlining your relevant clinical experience, training and assessment qualifications, and interest in the role.

Applications from Registered Nurses who are currently completing, or are willing to undertake, the Certificate IV in Training and Assessment are encouraged.

Apply now and help us continue to deliver exceptional disability supports while developing a confident, capable and clinically competent workforce.

Best Life Disability Services Pty Ltd
Virginia, South Australia
Empowering people. Building independence. Creating brighter futures.

Pay: From $40,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person

📌 Clinical Registered Nurse with Training and Assessment (Virginia)
🏢 Best Life Disability Services
📍 Virginia