Job Description

The Western Cape Blood Service is a non-profit organisation whose mission is to collect, process and distribute blood products of the highest standards in the Western Cape.

A permanent vacancy exists for a Professional Nurse (SD)

General - Medical Department (Grade C2)

Purpose of the Job


Participation in all administrative, clinical and data collection responsibilities for the Specialised Donations Department (SDD), which encompasses therapeutic donations, designated donations and look-back procedures. Counselling of donors found positive for HIV and Hepatitis B & C. Communication with high-risk resigned donors. Active and regular assistance in the Staff Health and Cell Separation Departments. Staff and student education regarding SDD functions.


Minimum Requirements


Matriculation Certificate Diploma in Nursing Science Registration with the South African Nursing Council A Code 8 driver's licence without endorsements would be an added advantage Multi-lingual 3 years post nursing qualification Venepuncture/phlebotomy experience is essential Previous blood transfusion experience (significant advantage) Computer literate Counselling skill (added advantage)

A combination of the following skills, knowledge and attributes is required:

Good interpersonal skills and a friendly disposition Punctuality Accuracy in data collection Must be able to work as part of a team Must be able to cope in a high stress environment and be able to 'trouble-shoot' Skilled in customer services and the ability to deal with the public Must be willing to work after-hours




Western Cape Blood Service is an equal opportunity employer. Kindly visit our website, www.wcbs.org.za and follow the links to apply. Please note that no emails or hand delivered application will be accepted.

As part of the recruitment and selection process, you may be required to complete a psychometric assessment.

Should you not receive feedback within 4 weeks of submitting your application, please consider this as unsuccessful.