About the Company:
Unidex Healthcare are a privately owned recruitment company established in 2001 and operate across Australia, with our main offices in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland. Unidex actively recruit for all areas in the healthcare field specialising in Disability Services, Support Services and Allied Health.
The Role:
We are currently seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team supporting a young adult male participant in Rockhampton, QLD, who is living with a spinal cord injury and Level 3 Autism (ASD). Our participant is bariatric and requires high-complexity care.
This role will act as a team leader, providing clinical oversight, guidance, and support to the care team while also being hands-on in delivering high-intensity support. The RN will work closely with our National Clinical Manager for support and training.
Our participant requires support 24/7. Tentative shift times are outlined below, covering morning, afternoon, and night shifts:
- 6:00am - 2:00pm (2 x Assist)
- 2:00pm- 10:00pm (2 x Assist)
- Inactive Night shift 10:00pm - 6:00am
Our participant is kind and friendly, with a great sense of humour. He enjoys cars and four-wheel driving, spending time outdoors, watching movies, and being with friends and family.
Part-time and full-time hours are available for suitable applicants, with flexibility to accommodate your availability. Successful candidates will also be provided with training.
Pay Rates:
- Day shift $57.50 per hour
- Afternoon Shift $63.25 per hour
- Saturday shift $80.50 per hour
- Sunday shift $103.50 per hour
Key responsibilities include:
- Clinical oversight and leadership of the care team, including mentoring, training and upskilling staff
- Ensuring documentation, reporting, and escalation of clinical concerns are completed accurately
- Assistance with Personal Care, such as personal hygiene, dressing, bathing & grooming.
- Assistance with Catheter management, including preparation of sterile syringes, routine catheter flushes and drainage bag changes.
- Bowel Therapy support, including administering enemas, completing de-gas procedures and performing digital stimulation
- Hoisting for all transfers using a full sling hoist (2-person assist)
- Completing and documenting skin integrity checks as part of pressure injury prevention.
- Administering medication in line with the care plan and medication safety protocols
- Meal preparation and feeding assistance (includes fatigue and posture considerations)
- Assistance with domestic tasks including laundry, cleaning & general tidying
- Assistance with home exercise programs and postural management
- Support with community access and rehabilitation exercises
- Helping establish structure, encourage independence, and promote safe engagement in day-to-day activities
Skills & Experiences:
- Bachelor of Nursing (completed in Australia)
- AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse (mandatory)
- Current First Aid and CPR certificates
- Australian Driver Licence
- Current National Police Clearance
- Working with Children Check (WWCC)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Demonstrated experience providing high-level care, including support for spinal cord injury
- Strong clinical leadership and mentoring skills to support, train, and upskill care staff
- Confidence in clinical decision-making, risk assessment, and escalation in complex care environments
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams
Please note: two current references are required
If you meet the above criteria and are interested in the role, hit the "Apply" button now.
