Donor Care & Phlebotomy Specialist

South African National Blood Service; Kroonstad; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 340,000; Full time

Job summary

The South African National Blood Service seeks a Registered Nurse to collect whole blood and apheresis units, meet targets for fixed and mobile blood drives, and manage donor flow from arrival to post-donation care.

You will assist phlebotomy, complete donor documentation, educate donors on risk behaviors, and support clinic supervision duties in line with SOPs and governance policies.

Qualifications

• Must be a registered professional nurse with relevant nursing qualifications.
• Experience with donor screening, phlebotomy and donor care is preferred.
• Familiarity with blood transfusion policies in SA is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Collect whole blood and apheresis units to meet assigned targets.
• Assist with setting up the blood drive and managing donor flow.
• Complete donor documentation and assess donor suitability per SOP.
• Educate donors on high-risk behaviour and ensure post-donation care.

Skills

Patient care

Donor interaction

CPR / First Aid

Education

Diploma / Degree in General Nursing Sciences

Tools

Phlebotomy equipment

SOP adherence

Job description

The South African National Blood Service seeks a Registered Nurse to collect whole blood and apheresis units, meet targets for fixed and mobile blood drives, and manage donor flow from arrival to post-donation care.

You will assist phlebotomy, complete donor documentation, educate donors on risk behaviors, and support clinic supervision duties in line with SOPs and governance policies.