Education, Skills and Experience
Must have:
Diploma in Nursing from a recognized academic institution.
At least three (3) years' experience at a comparable position from a recognized Institution.
Valid Basic Life Support (BLS) and/or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Certification in First Aid and Trauma Management
Good communication skills and ability to work under pressure in emergency situations
Physical fitness and ability to handle emergency patient transfers
Registration with relevant professional body.
Key responsibilities also include
Reporting to: Principal Laboratory Technologist/Head, University Health Centre
Duties and responsibilities:
Respond to emergency calls and provide pre-hospital emergency care, first aid, and basic to intermediate life support in accordance with established protocols.
Assess patients' conditions at the scene and during transit, and provide appropriate emergency interventions to stabilize patients.
Administer emergency care procedures including cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), airway management support, bleeding control, wound care, and immobilization of fractures.
Assist in the safe lifting, handling, transfer, and positioning of patients to and from the ambulance and healthcare facilities.
Monitor, record, and report patients' vital signs and clinical status during transit, ensuring accurate handover to receiving health facilities.
Assist medical teams in emergency response situations and support coordination with hospitals and other emergency care providers.
Ensure proper use, cleaning, and maintenance of ambulance equipment, emergency kits, and medical supplies.
Maintain inventory and readiness of emergency medical supplies and report shortages or equipment faults promptly.
Accurately document all emergency responses, patient assessments, interventions, and handover reports in line with clinical protocols.
Participate in continuous professional development, emergency drills, and training to maintain competence in pre-hospital emergency care.
Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the immediate supervisor.