Nursing Assistant

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 38,000 - 54,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

5–6 weeks annual leave

Salary packaging options

14 weeks parental leave

Employee Assistance Program (Sonder)

Job summary

Australian Red Cross Lifeblood is seeking a Nursing Assistant for a fixed term part-time position at the DMU VIC East, Traralgon Donor Centre, with travel across Victoria’s East. You’ll support donors through the donation process, receiving full training and joining a dedicated team focused on delivering an exceptional donor experience.

The role emphasizes customer-facing service, safe needle handling, and the ability to lift and mobilize equipment.

Qualifications

• No previous blood collection experience is required. Paid training blends hands-on practice with online learning.
• Passion for delivering an exceptional donor experience with proven customer-facing skills.
• Willingness to support donors through the collection process and adhere to safety procedures.

Responsibilities

• Greet and interview potential donors to assess eligibility.
• Complete routine blood pressure and haemoglobin tests.
• Set up machines and collections equipment.
• Insert and remove needles safely to collect blood components.
• Monitor donors post-donation and assist with rebooking.
• Work with the team to achieve collection targets.

Skills

Customer-facing experience

Needle handling

Lifting 9-22.7 kg

Teamwork

Flexibility

Job description

• Fixed Term Part-Timeopportunity - 60.00hours per fortnight + shifts
• Varied shifts across a rotating roster - Mondayto Sunday
• Located at DMU VIC East, TraralgonDonor Centre,Victoriaand Moblie Donor Unit (Some Regional Travel Required)
• Salary starting from $33.12per hour + Penalties + 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 understand 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

Take our Virtual Tour to gain a better understanding of the role and work environment: Virtual-tour-recruitment-DSNA

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 Saturday/Sunday, including weekends and afternoon shifts

Note: Regular regional travel is a key requirement of this role, with travel across Victoria’s East including Sale, Warragul, Leongatha, Bairnsdale, Wonthaggi, Rosebud and Benalla. Travel typically occurs 1–2 weeks per month and can include overnight stays of 3 nights during the week.

To view the current operational hours for this centre, please check here: Find a donor centre near you | Australian Red Cross Lifeblood

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 for either parent
• Our dedicated employee assistance program – Sonder that you can access 24/7 from an app on your phone
• Plus, many more!

We’re proud to be a Circle Back Initiative Employer for 2026 and commit to respond to every applicant. You’ll hear from us once your application has been reviewed.

Have a question about the role or do you need support or adjustments during any stage of the recruitment process? Email Sami, our AI Careers Assistant, [e-mail]. To help Sami provide the most relevant information, please include the role title and location in your email. Sami can assist with common recruitment questions, and if your enquiry requires additional support, it will be escalated to our Talent Acquisition team.

Please note: we can’t accept applications sent directly to this email address.

This vacancy is being managed directly by Lifeblood’s Talent Acquisition team. We won’t be accepting applications from external recruitment agencies for this role.