About this role
<ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Exciting Permanent Full Time and Fixed Term Opportunities - 76.00 hours per fortnight</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Roster - Monday to Friday (No Weekends)</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Located at Bunbury</strong> <strong>Donor Centre, Western Australia</strong></span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Salary starting from $41.83-$50 per hour + Penalties + Super + Salary Packaging and more</strong></span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#800000"><strong><u>Discover life-giving possibilities</u> </strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#800000"><u><strong>About the role</strong></u></span></span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We are looking for a <strong>Permanent Full-Time RN</strong> and a <strong>Fixed-Term (1 Year) RN</strong> to join our Bunbury team! </span></p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">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.</span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">A day in the centre could see you: </span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Greet and interview potential donors to understand their eligibility and suitability to donate</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Provide clinical oversight and guide other team members in the blood collection process</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Complete routine blood pressure and haemoglobin tests</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Set up machines and collections equipment</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Insert and remove needles safely to collect whole blood, plasma, and platelets</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Manage adverse donor reactions by providing instructions and physical assistance</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Monitor donors post-donation and assist them to rebook for their next donation</span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Our paid, flexible, self-paced training program strikes a balance between on-the-job practice and online classes to ensure you feel fully supported. You’ll be joining a <strong>fast-paced, donor-focused environment</strong>, so beyond a genuine passion for delivering an exceptional donor experience, you’ll need to be able to:</span></p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Occasionally lift between 9–22.7 kg</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Provide a warm, friendly service to our donors</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Apply your expertise having completed a Bachelor of Nursing and holding current AHPRA registration </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Frequently stand, walk, and bend to set up and pack down machines and blood products</span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">Be flexible to work varied shifts on a fortnightly rotating roster from Monday to Friday including early mornings and afternoons.</span></li> </ul> <p><strong>Please note: Travel to Perth CBD may be required during the training period. </strong></p> <p><span style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt">To view the current operational hours for this centre, please check here: <a title="Original URL: https://www.lifeblood.com.au/donor-centre. Click or tap if you trust this link." href="https://aus01.safelinks.protection.outlook.com/?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.lifeblood.com.au%2Fdonor-centre&data=05%7C02%7Cnlewy%40redcrossblood.org.au%7Cc43187f45d0748ae0c4d08de646bb396%7C957b3627a6294769908dff92d7d3323d%7C1%7C0%7C639058610892277656%7CUnknown%7CTWFpbGZsb3d8eyJFbXB0eU1hcGkiOnRydWUsIlYiOiIwLjAuMDAwMCIsIlAiOiJXaW4zMiIsIkFOIjoiTWFpbCIsIldUIjoyfQ%3D%3D%7C0%7C%7C%7C&sdata=CBA4248LU3hsPKZfLmmdEP84P4CReWVFYsTjRJGdOKQ%3D&reserved=0">Find a donor centre near you | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood</a> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#800000"><u><strong>Benefits and Wellbeing</strong></u></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">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. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">In addition to being a part of an organisation that is the heartbeat of the nation, you will have access to the following: </span></p> <p> </p> <ul> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Minimum 5 weeks annual leave (up to 6 weeks) </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Access to salary packaging with an option to package up to $15,900 for living expenses and $2,650 for meals and entertainment </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">14 weeks paid parental leave - no waiting period for either parent </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Our dedicated employee assistance program - Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone </span></li> <li style="font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif;font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">Plus, many more! </span></li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><span style="color:#800000"><strong>Is Lifeblood your reason? Apply NOW! </strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">We are a 2026 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 Rachel OShea via [email protected]. </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">If you want to know more about our recruitment process or to check out our FAQ's, please click <a href="https://www.lifeblood.com.au/careers/career-opportunities">here</a> </span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Please note: applications sent directly to this email address cannot be accepted </strong></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-size:12.0pt"><span style="font-family:Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"><em><span style="font-size:12.0pt;font-family:arial, helvetica, sans-serif">This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t accept candidates from external recruitment agencies on this occas</span>ion. </em></span></span></p><div></div>