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AMREF Flying Doctors is a leading aero-medical provider in Africa, based at Wilson Airport in Nairobi, Kenya.
Owned by Amref Health Africa, a prominent health organization on the continent, AMREF Flying Doctors plays a critical role in advancing lasting health change across Africa, embodying a deep commitment to healthcare excellence and humanitarian service.
Locum Nurse – AMREF Flying Doctors
Company Overview
AMREF Flying Doctors is a leading aero-medical provider in Africa, based in Nairobi, Kenya, at Wilson Airport.
Job Overview
Location: Nairobi, Kenya
Employment Type: Part-time (Locum)
Deadline: June 18, 2025
💰 Salary: Not specified
Job Summary
The Locum Nurse at AMREF Flying Doctors will primarily manage all incoming communications to the Control Centre related to aero-medical services.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate the 24-hour Control Centre, managing communications via phone, radio, and emergency emails.
- Receive and effectively respond to phone calls and messages in the Control Room.
- Promptly communicate critical messages to relevant personnel for efficient patient care.
- Respond to UHF/UVF Radio calls and emergency emails in a timely manner.
- Ensure all communication gadgets (telephones, faxes, printers, photocopiers) are in good working order.
- Facilitate effective, efficient, and timely communication within the Control Room.
- Communicate effectively with outside institutions/agencies, including hospitals, EMS, and other operators for medical services.
- Maintain contact with patients, families, referring facility staff, and safety personnel to ensure continuous information sharing and loop closure.
- Follow up on in-patients, obtain progress reports, and handle medical assistance case files.
- Receive and address internal and external customer queries and complaints.
- Ensure all patient information/correspondence is accurately written and filed in relevant data files.
- Prepare and hand over reports to the next shift personnel.
- Receive, attend to, and assemble for emergency evacuation requests, gathering detailed patient information and medical reports.
- Inform clients of cost estimates and obtain duly signed and stamped Guarantee of Payments (GOP).
- Dispatch the medical team for evacuations in consultation with the aeromedical coordinator.
- Ensure efficient documentation in the Control Room, maintaining complete evacuation files and checklists.
- Be available to respond to Ground Ambulance standby/missions.
- Respond to and travel to areas of mass accidents with additional supplies to support the emergency response team.
- Attend scheduled unit/departmental meetings and provide support for any work-related activities.
Qualifications & Requirements
- Kenya Registered Nurse or an equivalent qualification.
- Higher National Diploma in Intensive Care Nursing is an added advantage.
- Registered with the Nursing Council of Kenya and maintaining a valid practice license.
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience as a Nurse in a busy medical facility.
- Proficiency in computer studies (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM system, Outlook, Internet).
- Excellent communication skills (verbal and written).
- Good interpersonal skills and empathy.
- Excellent customer service skills and experience.
- Ability to work effectively in and within a team.
- Ability to rise to challenges and stay calm under pressure.
- Ability to maintain high level of integrity and confidentiality.
- Ability to solve problems and strong critical thinking skills.
- Ability to gather information and possess a keen eye for details.
How to Apply
If you have the passion to contribute to a leading aero-medical and health solutions provider, submit your application by Wednesday, June 18, 2025.
Please visit the AMREF Flying Doctors website or the Amref Health Africa website for job details and requirements.
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