At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide high-quality nursing care to clients with complex health needs.
- Company: Breakaway Toowoomba, a trusted provider in disability support since 1986.
- Benefits: Above-award pay, professional development, and supportive team culture.
- Other info: Join a purpose-driven team committed to inclusion and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in people's lives while growing your career.
- Qualifications: AHPRA registration and strong clinical skills required.
The predicted salary is between 58500 - 71500 $ per year.
Breakaway Toowoomba Inc. (Breakaway) has been supporting people with disability across the Toowoomba region since 1986. 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.
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
- Strong 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, and two supervisory referees.
For further information, please contact: Jodi Peck, Clinical Lead (07) 4639 5***
Registered Nurse in Toowoomba employer: Breakaway Toowoomba
Breakaway Toowoomba is committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred care in the disability support sector. The organisation fosters a purpose-driven culture that values inclusion, innovation, and continuous improvement, making it an attractive workplace for those passionate about making a difference. Employees benefit from a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and development.
