Job Description
$33.12 an hour
Job type
Part-time
Shift and schedule
Weekend availability
Afternoon shift
Rotating roster
Shift work
Location
Hurstville NSW 2220
Benefits
Pulled from the full job description
Paid training
Parental leave
Annual leave
Employee assistance program
Salary packaging
Full job description
Nursing Assistant - Hurstville Donor Centre - perm part-time
Date: 18 Dec 2026
Search suburb or city: Hurstville, NSW, AU, 2220
Company: Australian Red Cross Lifeblood
Fixed Term Part-Time opportunity - 60.00 hours per fortnight
Varied shifts across a rotating roster - Monday to Sunday
Located at Hurstville Donor Centre, New South Wales
Salary starting from $33.12 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 as a Nursing Assistant where you will bring excellent customer-facing skills and a genuine passion to deliver an exceptional service to our donors.
You will play a key role in supporting our donors through their donation process. Full training is provided so, along with the above, all you need is the curiosity and motivation to learn the process of collecting blood and biological product.
A day in the centre could see you:
Greet and interview potential donors to assess their eligibility and suitability to donate
Create a donor experience they’ll love and want to come back 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
Monitor donors post-donation and assist them with rebooking their next donation
Work collaboratively to achieve collection targets
No previous blood collection experience is required. Our paid training program blends hands-on practice with online learning to set you up for success. What’s essential is your passion for delivering an exceptional donor experience, supported by proven customer-facing experience that you can draw on in every interaction.
Your skills in action will include:
Apply your customer-facing experience to create positive, welcoming interactions
Be comfortable with needles and blood/biological materials
Occasionally lift between 9-22.7kgs
Support and foster a fantastic team culture
Frequently stand, walk and bend to set up and pack down machines and blood products
Be flexible to work varied shifts on a fortnightly rotating roster from Monday to Sunday, including weekends and afternoon shifts
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! Due to the holiday period, we will review applications in the new year :)
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 Tom Do via [email protected].
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.
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Nursing Assistant - Hurstville Donor Centre - perm part-time position is now open for candidates interested in the Nurse / Compounder Jobs sector. This role in Hurstville offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Nurse / Compounder Jobs is a plus.
