Site Nurse

Responsibilities:

Emergency and Primary Care:

• Immediate Response: Act as the first responder for accidents, injuries, and medical emergencies on-site.
• First Aid & Treatment: Administer first aid, wound care, and over-the-counter medications for minor, work-related illnesses or injuries.
• Patient Stabilization: Ensure injured personnel are stabilized before emergency transport or a medical practitioner arrives.

Health Monitoring and Referrals:

• Daily Consultations: Attend to workers who visit the on-site clinic for general health concerns or routine check-ups.
• Referral Management: Assess cases that require advanced medical attention and arrange referrals to retainer clinics or Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs).
  
• Health Assessments: Conduct periodic health examinations and monitor employees' vital signs.
  

Workplace Safety and Compliance:

• Hazard Identification: Actively participate in Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) activities, such as toolbox and HSE meetings.
  
• Environmental Inspections: Ensure the work environment complies with local health and safety standards.
  
• Equipment Management: Periodically inspect first-aid boxes, ensure stretchers are available, and ensure adequate medical supplies are always in stock.
  

Administration and Education:

• Record Keeping: Document all employee injuries, illnesses, and treatments while ensuring strict medical confidentiality.
  
• Health Education: Organize wellness programs, disease prevention seminars, and first-aid training for site workers.
  
• Report Generation: Prepare periodic medical reports and submit them to site management

Requirements:

• Minimum of 2 years' experience as a Site Nurse.
• Provide first aid and emergency medical care to employees.
• Assess, treat, and refer patients to appropriate healthcare facilities when necessary.
• Maintain the site clinic, medical equipment, and pharmaceutical inventory.
• Willingness to reside at the project site where applicable.