• Part Time Role (0.4-0.5 EFT) | Registered Nurse Div 1 Grade 3 - Nurse Manager/ Nurse Educator
• Do you want to make a real difference to the lives of people with disabilities?
• Is it important to you to work for an organisation that values you and offers opportunities for growth and development? Then look no further!
• Here is an interesting role, based in a great Eastern Suburbs location.

About Nadrasca

Nadrasca is a not-for-profit company limited by guarantee providing services to people with a disability and is a Registered NDIS Provider. Nadrasca’s Purpose is to Establish and Develop a Range of Services for People with a Disability. In accordance with the Constitution, Nadrasca provides services including, but not limited to, the areas of employment, independent living skill, community integration, education, leisure and recreation.

Nadrasca is a values-based company which promotes a trustworthy, caring, respectful and supportive service. Nadrasca aims to provide the highest quality of service to the people it supports in accordance with the relevant Acts and Standards.

Nadrasca employs over 115 supported employees with a disability in Nadrasca Industry and supports over 200 people within Nadrasca Community. Nadrasca also provides Training Services for its participants. Nadrasca has approximately 170 full-time, part-time and casual staff. Nadrasca is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer with an absolute commitment to equality principles.

Nadrasca is a Registered NDIS Provider.

The Position

The Registered Nurse will provide high-quality nursing care and support to individuals with disabilities and work to advance health and wellbeing outcomes for the people we support under the NDIS quality practice standards framework. This role involves assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating nursing care in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team to enhance the health and well-being of people supported.

This will be achieved through clinical assessment of people with high medical, mental health and/or complex needs, and advice, training and instruction to staff around the provision of health support. It will also involve individual advocacy and engagement with people supported their families and the healthcare system. Some systemic advocacy initiatives with key partners may also be required to improve health outcomes for people with disabilities.

Accountability

As part of the wider quality, safeguards and practice team, this role will conduct comprehensive health assessments and develop Individualised Disability Related Health Support Plans for people supported and provide advice, support, coaching and education to people supported, their families and staff about health management and preventive care.

The role will focus on championing and promoting a safe and supportive environment for people supported and staff.

The position is accountable and reports to the GMQSP for the efficient, safe, and effective delivery of a range of tasks within predetermined budget, quality, and time constraints.

Responsibilities:

• Implement evidence-based nursing practices and update clinical protocols to meet NDIS standards.
• Conduct regular training sessions and advise on training content to meet health needs.
• Monitor and evaluate care plans and mentor Operational Managers and Coordinators.
• Conduct clinical assessments and provide complex care, including wound care and chronic condition management.
• Engage with stakeholders to develop individualized care plans and ensure continuity of care.
• Ensure compliance with legislation, conduct risk assessments, and implement infection control procedures.
• Promote a culture of safety, encourage open communication, and participate in safety audits.
• Engage in continuous improvement through feedback, data utilization, and collaboration with other departments.

This role should not be seen as limited to the duties or activities listed in this position description. As requested, additional functions may be necessary at the manager’s request.

About you

You are a people person and team player with a passion for doing better, and an ambition to make a real difference.

You will have:

Qualifications and Experience

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Bachelor of Nursing or equivalent.
• Significant experience (3-years) working with adults and/or children with a disability who have complex or high support medical needs.
• Current knowledge and demonstrated experience in clinical health assessment, planning, and advocacy for adults and/or children with a disability.
• Knowledge and understanding of NDIS Practice Standards, high intensity skills descriptors and legislation.
• Proven capability to provide expert advice and support to employees and leaders in meeting legislative and regulatory requirements.

Skills and Attributes

• Expertise and Knowledge: Understanding of supported decision-making, disability rights, trauma-informed practice, and in-depth knowledge of health and disability sectors, including NDIS.
• Experience and Skills: Experience in training support staff, coordinating care for people with complex needs, and proven leadership in supporting Disability Support Workers.
• Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Strong interpersonal, communication, and written skills, along with relationship building, negotiation, and influencing abilities.
• Organizational and Problem-Solving Abilities: Effective time management, organizational skills, well-developed problem-solving, strategic thinking, and attention to detail.
• Personal Attributes: Empathy, compassion, adaptability, resilience, cultural sensitivity, and proficiency in using computers and MS Office applications.

What we can offer you:

• A great working environment as part of a passionate and dedicated team.
• Attractive salary packaging including benefits associated with not-for-profits.
• Training and professional development.
• The opportunity to use your skills to make a real difference in people’s lives.

Applicants must be prepared to undertake a medical assessment to determine fitness to undertake the inherent duties of this position, if required.

All applicants must hold a current NDIS Worker Screening Clearance and obtain a Working with Children Check prior to employment.

All relevant staff must provide evidence of unrestricted Australian residential and working visa.

How to apply

If you are interested in becoming an active and valued member of a dedicated and passionate team, please apply today by clicking on the

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Shortlisting and interviews will commence soon.

Nadrasca welcomes applications from all diverse backgrounds including individuals with disability, those that identify as Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders, LGBTIQ+, or from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds.

We look forward to hearing from you!