At a Glance
- Tasks: Coordinate life-changing cord blood collections and support families during crucial moments.
- Company: Join NSW Health Pathology, Australia's largest public pathology service.
- Benefits: Generous salary, work-life balance, professional growth, and health perks.
- Other info: Inclusive workplace committed to equal opportunities and Aboriginal workforce growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in healthcare while enjoying a dynamic and rewarding role.
- Qualifications: Registered Nurse with AHPRA registration and venepuncture experience.
The predicted salary is between 57.88 - 57.88 $ per hour.
Employment Type: Temporary Part Time until June 2027 with potential for ongoing employment
Position Classification: Registered Nurse
Remuneration: $41.22 - $57.88 per hour plus superannuation
Hours Per Week: 32
Requisition ID: REQ699986
Location: Prince of Wales Hospital and Royal Prince Alfred Hospital
Applications Close: 26 October 2026 - 11:59pm
About the opportunity
Step into a role where every day brings the change to make a life-changing impact! As a Cord Blood Collections Coordinator with NSW Health Pathology, you'll be at the heart of an extraordinary service supporting families during one of life's biggest moments while helping build Australia's public cord blood supply. You'll work closely with obstetric teams, meet incredible donors, and bring your nursing expertise to a highly specialised and deeply rewarding space. If you’re a Registered Nurse who loves autonomy, thrives in dynamic clinical environments, and enjoys teaching, collaborating, and connecting with people, this role is your opportunity to shine. With shifts from 6:00am–2:30pm, a Monday–Thursday roster, and work locations at Randwick (Royal Hospital for Women and Prince of Wales Private Hospital) or Camperdown (RPA Women and Babies), you’ll enjoy a unique mix of consistency and variety based on donor demand. Join a passionate team, contribute to world-class cord blood banking, and help shape healthier futures, one donation at a time!
What you'll be doing
- Identify and assess potential donors in liaison with the obstetric teams, in accordance with Sydney Cord Blood Bank (SCBB) donor selection criteria.
- Coordinate all requirements of cord blood collection at affiliated collection sites including management of critical material, recruitment and consent of donors, maternal interview and donor eligibility evaluation, and performing cord blood and maternal blood collections when required.
- Perform training and education in relation to collection activities for SCBB staff and obstetric teams, including accreditation of obstetric team staff.
What we can offer you
- Financial Benefits: Generous salary packaging options and other fringe benefits.
- Work-life Balance: Up to 12 additional days off per year in addition to Annual Leave (for full-time employees).
- Professional Growth: Learning and development opportunities, including in-house training with RTO My Health Learning.
- Health & Wellbeing: Fitness Passport gym discounts and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for staff and families.
Interested in joining Australia’s largest public pathology service?
- Registered Nurse with current registration through the Australian Health Practitioners Regulation Agency (AHPRA) and Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia approved qualification.
- Current registration with the National Registration Board (AHPRA).
- Demonstrated evidence of autonomy in decision making skills.
- Validated competency in venepuncture, and/or demonstrated previous venepuncture experience.
- Demonstrated advanced leadership skills and ability to work well in a multidisciplinary team, with evidence of contribution to the development of clinical practice.
- Demonstrated ability to undertake consent interview and documentation with patients in a professional and sensitive manner, taking into consideration privacy, cultural differences and the precise recording of a medical history.
NSW Health Pathology is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. We value, and welcome all suitably qualified applicants regardless of age, background, disability, sexual orientation or gender identity. NSW Health Pathology is committed to providing accessibility and reasonable accommodations and ensuring our recruitment process is flexible, inclusive, and free from barriers, promoting equal opportunities for all to succeed. Please reach out if you need adjustments. NSW Health Pathology is committed to growing the Aboriginal workforce in public health. For Aboriginal candidates, support is available through the Stepping Up website.
You must have valid working rights in Australia for the duration of the appointment to be eligible to apply. All workers must meet NSW Health’s vaccination and screening requirements before starting employment. The preferred candidate may be required to undergo a functional assessment prior to appointment. An eligibility list may be created for similar vacancies in the future. We encourage applicants to submit responses that reflect their own experiences and perspectives.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Need more information? For role related queries or questions contact Bradford Busoy on **************@health.nsw.gov.au.
Cord Blood Collections Coordinator in Sydney employer: NSW Health Pathology
NSW Health Pathology is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive work culture that prioritises employee well-being and professional growth. With generous salary packaging options, additional leave days, and comprehensive training opportunities, employees can thrive in their roles while contributing to meaningful healthcare services at renowned locations like John Hunter Hospital, Westmead Hospital, and St George Hospital.
