Clinical Nurse

Job Description

Are you a passionate Clinical Nurse looking to make a meaningful difference in the lives of people with disability? Aruma is inviting experienced and compassionate nurses to join its growing Clinical Practice and Governance Unit. This flexible hybrid role is available across New South Wales, Victoria, ACT, and Queensland, offering the opportunity to work within the broader Aruma footprint while contributing to high-quality healthcare support.

At Aruma, you will play an essential role in improving the health, safety, and wellbeing of participants with complex medical needs. By providing clinical assessments, supporting staff with best-practice health guidance, and advocating for participant access to healthcare services, you will help ensure individuals receive the support they need to live the life they choose.

About the Clinical Nurse Role at Aruma

As a Clinical Nurse within Aruma’s Clinical Practice and Governance Unit, you will contribute to maintaining the highest standards of clinical safety and healthcare support across the organisation.

This role focuses on delivering clinical expertise, guidance, and leadership to support workers and Registered Nurses, while also advocating for the healthcare rights and needs of people with disability.

Your work will help improve health outcomes by ensuring participants receive safe, consistent, and effective healthcare support both within Aruma services and through external healthcare systems.

A Day in the Life of a Clinical Nurse at Aruma

Working as a Clinical Nurse at Aruma is both rewarding and impactful. Your responsibilities will include:

Clinical Assessment and Participant Support

• Conduct clinical assessments for participants with complex health or high medical needs.
• Identify support gaps and develop strategies to improve participant health outcomes.
• Provide clinical advice for participants who are hospitalised and ensure continuity of care during transitions.

Staff Guidance and Clinical Support

• Advise and guide staff on best-practice health support and clinical procedures.
• Ensure competency and compliance for High Intensity Daily Personal Activities.
• Deliver and evaluate health procedure training for support workers.

Advocacy and Healthcare Navigation

• Advocate for participants to access appropriate healthcare services and treatment.
• Implement strategies that improve primary care navigation and reduce avoidable hospital admissions.
• Contribute to advocacy initiatives that improve healthcare outcomes for people with disability.

Leadership and Collaboration

• Participate in Aruma forums and committees to address participant health support needs.
• Mentor and guide future Registered Nurses within the Clinical Practice Unit.
• Support the Clinical Manager in advancing strategic objectives and monitoring progress.

Skills and Qualifications Required

To succeed in this Clinical Nurse position at Aruma, you should bring strong clinical expertise along with a commitment to person-centred care.

Essential Requirements

• Current AHPRA registration as a Registered Nurse.
• Qualification or training in intellectual disability nursing.
• Experience supporting adults and children with complex medical needs.
• Strong knowledge of clinical assessment, care planning, and healthcare advocacy.
• Understanding of supported decision-making and consent to treatment for people with disability.
• Familiarity with trauma-informed practice, particularly in intellectual disability and children’s out-of-home care.
• Experience delivering and evaluating health procedure training for staff.

Additional Skills

• Ability to analyse data, prepare reports, and use clinical data tools.
• Strong understanding of the health and disability sectors, including NDIS compliance and funding frameworks.
• Experience coordinating care across multiple service providers for complex needs.
• Leadership and mentoring abilities to support Registered Nurses and Disability Support Workers.
• Excellent problem-solving and strategic thinking skills.
• Current driver’s licence and willingness to travel when required.

Benefits of Working with Aruma

At Aruma, employees are supported to grow professionally while maintaining a healthy work–life balance. The organisation offers a range of benefits designed to reward dedication and support personal wellbeing.

Competitive Salary Package

Receive an attractive salary package along with work tools such as a phone and laptop to support your role.

Salary Packaging Benefits

As a not-for-profit organisation, Aruma offers salary packaging benefits including:

• Up to $15,900 tax-free for living expenses
• An additional $2,650 tax-free for meals and entertainment

These benefits can significantly increase your take-home pay.

Continuous Learning and Career Development

Work alongside experienced professionals who are committed to helping you develop your clinical skills and advance your career.

Flexible Work Options

Enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid work arrangement that allows you to balance professional responsibilities with personal commitments.

Employee Wellbeing Programs

Aruma supports staff wellbeing through initiatives such as:

• Fitness Passport access
• Employee Assistance Program (confidential counselling)
• Regular team-building and community engagement activities.

About Aruma

Aruma is one of Australia’s leading for-purpose disability service providers, dedicated to empowering people with disability to live the life they choose.

Operating across Eastern Australia, Aruma supports more than 5,000 participants and employs over 5,000 team members. With an annual turnover of approximately $500 million, the organisation continues to grow while adapting to the evolving NDIS landscape and advancements in social and healthcare systems.

Aruma’s mission is grounded in human rights, inclusion, and person-centred support, ensuring that every participant has the opportunity to thrive in their community.

How to Apply

If you are a compassionate Clinical Nurse who wants to make a lasting impact in the disability sector, Aruma would love to hear from you.

Submit your resume and cover letter through the job vacancy application portal to begin your journey with a purpose-driven organisation.

Recruitment Process

The recruitment process will begin with interviews scheduled during the week of 21 March. Shortlisted candidates will be contacted beforehand with further information about the interview format, location, and panel members.

Start Your Career Journey with Aruma

Joining Aruma means becoming part of a community that values care, compassion, and innovation. With opportunities to grow professionally while supporting individuals with complex health needs, this Clinical Nurse role offers a rewarding pathway to make a real difference in people’s lives.

If you are ready to combine clinical expertise with meaningful impact, Aruma is the place where your skills can truly transform lives.