Nurses

Medicalfoundation; Borneo; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking volunteers in Nova Scotia, Canada, to provide clinical care and educate communities about health practices. You will assist families with various medical needs and help prevent diseases common in the region, such as malaria. Ideal candidates should hold a valid medical or nursing license and be ready for adaptable, compassionate service.

Qualifications

• Valid medical or nursing license and proof of expertise in the area of specialty.
• Adaptable to rapidly changing conditions.
• Strength and compassionate care required for rapid response teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for rashes, burns, and open wounds.
• Deliver care for lymphatic filariasis, leptospirosis, and schistosomiasis.
• Educate families on preventing malaria.
• Educate locals on staying healthy.

Skills

Clinical care

Infection management

Health education

Compassionate care

Education

Valid medical or nursing license

Job description

Overview

Setting: Clinic.

Role: Each day of clinic will be spent in the heart of a new village. During clinic, you can expect to assist entire families that span multiple generations. The services you provide will range from the treatment of rashes, burns, and open wounds, to care for lymphatic filariasis, leptospirosis, and schistosomiasis. Since mosquito-borne diseases are quite common in this region, you will also educate families on how to prevent contracting malaria. You and the rest of the volunteer team will also educate locals on how to stay healthy and how to care for their loved ones.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical care for rashes, burns, and open wounds; manage infections and wound care.
• Deliver care for lymphatic filariasis, leptospirosis, and schistosomiasis.
• Educate families on preventing malaria and on general health practices.
• Educate locals on staying healthy and caring for loved ones.

Timeline

• Time Commitment: 1 Week
• When: November 26, 2023
• Application Deadline: Ongoing

Requirements

• Valid medical or nursing license and proof of expertise in the area of specialty.
• Meet travel and immunization requirements.
• Teams are required to be adaptable to rapidly changing conditions and understand that rapid response teams require strength and compassionate care and service.

Cost

$3000 USD

More information

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