Our Graduate Nurse Program
At Lifeblood, we have designed a Graduate Nurse Program to support newly registered nurses build clinical confidence and strong leadership skills as they transition from study to professional practice.
Balance between on-the-job practice and online (in-centre) class schedules to set you up for success in your graduate nursing year.
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
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 ****** kg.
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
During our 12-month Graduate Nurse Program, our graduates will be supported by the Graduate Nurse Manager and Lifeblood Mentor Community. Mentors will provide encouragement, resources and support, coach, influence and shape professional nursing practices, help graduates reach professional goals within their first year and navigate the nursing environment.
Benefits and Wellbeing
We place our employees' 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.
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.
Dedicated employee assistance program – Sonder available 24/7 via an app.
Plus many more
Eligibility for the Graduate Program
The program is offered to graduates who have completed a Bachelor of Nursing Program or equivalent between June **** and December ****.
Compensation and Work Hours
Salary: $***** per hour, plus penalties (if applicable), super, and salary packaging.
Full-time role: 48 hours per fortnight.
Location: Armidale Donor Centre.
Program Start Date
Commencement: 13 February **** (Feb ****).
Excited about this opportunity? Apply Now
We are a **** 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.
Successful applicants will commence their Lifeblood journey on 13 February ****.
If you require any adjustments during the recruitment process, please reach out. For further enquiries contact Susanna Bugden, Early Careers Program Manager –
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