The Nurse/Midwife works in close collaboration with the Medical Doctor, identifying cases needing health care, assisting and supporting MD in assessments and treatment.
Please note that this is a volunteer/unpaid position.
Responsibilities
The medical team on board consists on a medical doctor and a Nurse/Midwife.
The Nurse/Midwife supervises the distribution of drugs, keep track of consumption patterns, monitors stock and inventories, supervises administrative procedures and documents.
The Nurse/Midwife could assist the Medical Doctor during deliveries onboard of ResQ ship.
Requirements
Relevant experience as a nurse (obstetrical skills are a plus) or relevant experience as a midwife (nursing skills are a plus).
Experience in ER services/handling complex emergency situations (i.e. mass-casualty incidents) is a strong plus.
Interpersonal skills, diplomacy and negotiation.
Resistance to stress, ability to adapt to different contexts.
Fluent in English; French is a plus.
Skills
Strong motivation and commitment towards ResQ’s core objectives.
Ability to work and live in a diverse team of 21 persons, willingness to take part in the daily life of the ship.
Experience on board SAR vessels and/or in the humanitarian field is a strong plus.