American Red Cross - Disaster Health Services Volunteer (Licensed)

Disaster Health Services volunteers provide medical care and consultations for people staying at a Red Cross shelter who may have endured hardship and injury during an evacuation. The position requires a current, unencumbered medial license. It is a part-time position assigned to work in-person before, during and/or after a disaster event such as a wildfire or earthquake. Vaccinated high recommended; or wear appropriate mask at all times

As a Disaster Heath Services volunteer, you will:

• Provide hands-on care for people staying in a Red Cross shelter, including assistance with activities of daily living, wound care, and assistance with functional needs. and healthcare to shelter residents as needed.
• Help evacuees replace medications, medical equipment and supplies
• Observe and screen for COVID-19 and other illness.

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