Enrolled Nurse

Position: Enrolled Nurse

Employment: Full-time | Permanent

Salary: AUD $82,000–$88,000 per annum plus superannuation

Office address: Holden Hill SA 5088

Service locations: Participant homes, supported accommodation and community settings across South Australia and regional Victoria, as allocated

My WayMy Life My Way is a registered National Disability Insurance Scheme (NDIS) provider committed to helping people with disability live with dignity, independence and greater choice. Based in Holden Hill, South Australia, the organisation delivers individualised supports including in-home assistance, supported independent living, short- and medium-term accommodation, personal care and community-based services. Our work begins with listening to each participant, understanding their goals and delivering practical, respectful support that fits their everyday life.

We are seeking caring and capable Enrolled Nurses to deliver safe, person-centred nursing support to NDIS participants in their homes, supported accommodation and community environments. Working under the direct or indirect supervision of a Registered Nurse, the successful applicants will contribute to nursing assessment, care delivery, treatment monitoring and reviews, while building trusted relationships with participants, families and other care professionals. These are hands-on clinical roles, with travel to allocated participant locations and rostered work as operationally required.

III. Key Duties and Responsibilities

i. Participate in assessing participants’ nursing needs, identifying health risks and contributing to the planning, implementation and review of individual nursing care in accordance with established care plans and Registered Nurse direction.

ii. Deliver prescribed nursing interventions and delegated treatments within the Enrolled Nurse scope of practice, including appropriate wound care, pressure injury prevention, continence-related nursing care and other clinically indicated support.

iii. Observe and record vital signs, physical wellbeing, pain and changes in health status; recognise deterioration and promptly escalate concerns to the supervising Registered Nurse or appropriate emergency service.

iv. Administer and document prescribed medications where authorised by education, competence, registration conditions, relevant law and employer policy; monitor and report responses or adverse effects.

v. Monitor participants’ progress against nursing goals, document responses to interventions and provide clear, timely updates to Registered Nurses to support care evaluation and adjustment.

vi. Collaborate with Registered Nurses, allied health professionals, disability support workers, participants and families to coordinate consistent, individualised care across home and accommodation settings.

vii. Provide nursing-related support with mobility, hygiene, nutrition, hydration and daily living activities where these are clinically relevant to the participant’s care plan and delegated nursing responsibilities.

viii. Explain nursing care and health-maintenance measures in accessible language, encouraging informed participation, choice and practical strategies that help prevent illness and complications.

ix. Maintain accurate clinical observations, nursing progress notes, medication records, incident reports and structured handovers in accordance with professional, organisational and privacy requirements.

x. Apply infection prevention and control, safe manual handling, medication safety, safeguarding and workplace health and safety procedures; identify and report hazards or incidents promptly.

xi. Respect each participant’s privacy, consent, cultural identity, communication needs and right to make decisions, while observing professional boundaries and relevant NDIS safeguarding obligations.

xii. Seek timely supervision, clarification or assistance whenever clinical needs change or a proposed activity is outside the nurse’s authority, preparation or demonstrated competence.

IV. Qualifications and Essential Requirements

i. Diploma of Nursing or an equivalent qualification recognised for enrolment in Australia, together with current registration as an Enrolled Nurse through Ahpra/NMBA.

ii. Demonstrated understanding of the Enrolled nurse standards for practice, professional accountability and the requirement to work under direct or indirect Registered Nurse supervision.

iii. Competence in clinical observations, nursing documentation, infection control and medication administration consistent with the applicant’s authorised scope of practice.

iv. Current NDIS Worker Screening clearance, or ability to obtain the required clearance before commencing participant-facing duties.

v. Current Working with Children Check where required for the allocated services, and current First Aid and CPR certification.

vi. Valid driver’s licence and ability to travel between assigned participant homes and community or accommodation locations.

vii. Strong communication, sound judgement, professional reliability and an empathetic approach to supporting people with diverse disabilities and support requirements.

viii. Ability to undertake rostered shifts, including weekends and public holidays where required.

V. Desirable Experience and Attributes

Experience in disability services, community nursing, supported accommodation, aged care or caring for people with complex health needs will be highly regarded. We value nurses who are observant, organised, calm under pressure and comfortable working collaboratively across dispersed care settings. A genuine commitment to participant choice, continuity of care and respectful communication is essential.

VI. Applicant Preference and Application

Preference will be given to suitably qualified Australian citizens and permanent residents who meet the role requirements; all applications will be considered in accordance with applicable laws. Applicants should provide an up-to-date résumé outlining relevant nursing experience, Ahpra registration details, current screening and certifications, preferred work location and roster availability.

My Life My Way is committed to safe, inclusive and person-centred care. Employment is subject to satisfactory verification of professional registration, relevant checks and other role-specific requirements.