Our Graduate Program
Here at Australian Red Cross Lifeblood, we have designed a 12-month Graduate Program to support newly registered nurses build clinical confidence and strong leadership skills as they transition from study to professional practice.
The program will offer graduate nurses:
1. A balance between on-the-job practice, and online class schedules to set you up for success in your graduate nursing year
2. Three additional learning modules to;
* Build Lifeblood leadership capabilities
* Deepen clinical confidence through "Day in the Life" experiences
* Drive local continuous improvement projects
* Build strong business acumen through internal and external professional development sessions
Your day-to-day experiences in our donor centre could see you;
* Greet and interview potential donors to understand their eligibility and suitability to donate
* Insert and remove needles safely to collect whole blood, plasma, and platelets
* Complete routine blood pressure and haemoglobin tests
* Set up and manage plasma and platelet machines and whole blood collections
* Manage adverse donor reactions by providing instructions and physical assistance
* Occasionally lift between 9–22.7kgs
* Be flexible to work varied shifts on a fortnightly rotating roster from Monday to Saturday/Sunday, including weekends and afternoon shifts
Support: Our Lifeblood Mentor Community
We know that providing support and building meaningful connections are essential elements in creating a safe and curious learning environment.
During the program, our graduates will be supported by the Graduate Nurse Manager and Lifeblood Mentor Community. Our mentors will provide encouragement, resources and support for our graduates as well as coach, influence and shape professional nursing practices. They will help our graduates reach their professional goals within their first year of employment, as well as help them navigate their new nursing environment.
Benefits and Wellbeing
We place our employees' wellbeing 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
Eligibility for the Graduate Program
The Enrolled Nurse Program is offered to graduates who have completed a Bachelor of Nursing Program or equivalent between June 2025 to December 2025.