Registered Nurse - Maroochydore & Nambour Donor Centre at Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

Sunshine Coast Regional, Queensland, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

15 Feb, 26

Salary

41.83

Posted On

17 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer-Facing Skills, Clinical Oversight, Blood Collection Process, Blood Pressure Testing, Haemoglobin Testing, Needle Insertion, Adverse Reaction Management, Post-Donation Monitoring

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Permanent Full-Time opportunity - 76.00 hours per fortnight Two positions available - Maroochydore role and Nambour role Varied shifts across a rotating roster - Monday to Sunday Located at Maroochydore and Nambour Donor Centre, Queensland Salary starting from $41.83 per hour + Penalties (if applicable) + Super + Salary Packaging and more Discover life-giving possibilities Lifeblood is more than just a job or a career, it’s an opportunity to be part of something that matters. As an organisation, our purpose is simple: life giving donations, for life changing outcomes. Together, we want to help you build a fulfilling career with Lifeblood. About the role Step into a rewarding role that directly impacts life-changing donations. Working with our generous donors, enjoy a more predictable, people-focused environment, with less hospital pressure and the chance to be a key part of the community. As a Registered Nurse, you will bring your fantastic customer-facing skills and passion to deliver an exceptional service, while working together to ensure Australia’s supply of blood products. A day in the centre could see you:  Greet and interview potential donors to understand their eligibility and suitability to donate Provide clinical oversight and guide other team members in the blood collection process Complete routine blood pressure and haemoglobin tests Set up machines and collections equipment Insert and remove needles safely to collect whole blood, plasma, and platelets Manage adverse donor reactions by providing instructions and physical assistance Monitor donors post-donation and assist them to rebook for their next donation Our paid and flexible self-paced training program has a balance between on-the-job practice and online class schedules to ensure that you are well supported. Besides having a real passion to deliver an exceptional donor experience, you’ll need to be able to:  Occasionally lift between 9-22.7kgs Frequently stand, walk and bend to set up and pack down machines and blood products Utilise your expertise having completed a Bachelor of Nursing (or equivalent) and hold a current AHPRA registration Be flexible to work varied shifts on a fortnightly rotating roster from Monday to Sunday, including weekends and afternoon shifts (Nambour is Monday to Saturday) Have your own vehicle and driver's licence is advantegous Benefits and Wellbeing We place our employee's well-being at the forefront and express gratitude and care for one another. As an Australian Workplace Equality Index recognised employer and one of Australia’s menopause-friendly organisations, we celebrate diversity and support all our people. In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following: Minimum 5 weeks annual leave (up to 6 weeks) Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment 14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone Plus, many more! Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW! Applications close 20 November (Thursday this week) We are a 2025 Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us with an outcome after your application has been reviewed and assessed. For further details on this position, or if you require adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to Tom Do via tdo@redcrossblood.org.au. If you want to know more about our recruitment process or to check out our FAQ's, please click here Please note: applications sent directly to this email address cannot be accepted This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occasion.

Responsibilities

As a Registered Nurse, you will work with donors to ensure their eligibility and suitability for donation while providing clinical oversight during the blood collection process. You will also manage donor reactions and assist them post-donation.