blue heart[[medical field]
The experience
Join the Blue Heart Medical Field Volunteer Project in Mwanza and make an immediate impact! We urgently need compassionate volunteers at local hospitals to assist overburdened staff, care for patients, and support critical healthcare services. Your dedication can help save lives and provide essential care to those in desperate need. Don't wait—your help is vital now more than ever. Step in today and make a difference!
What you offer
16 hours of help per week
Social Work:
Help with volunteer work in local projects and communities.
Teaching Sports:
Teaching or assisting the host, guests, or local communities in practicing sports or physical activities.
Additional fee required
Amount:
US$ 100
Per week
Description:
volunteer contribute 14$ a day for accommodation, meals, drinks and maintenance
What you get
2 days off per week
Shared Dorm:
You will have a bed in a shared room, which means you will share the same room with other travelers.
Breakfast:
You are entitled to a free breakfast, every day of your stay.
Lunch:
You are entitled to a free lunch, every day of your stay.
Dinner:
You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.
Discounts on Tours:
Get discounts for tours and excursions around town.
Discounts on Accommodation:
Get discounts for your stay in other hostels.
Free Hiking Tours:
We’ll take you on excursions and hikes around town. For free!
Get free drinks or beverages.:
Drink up! Get free and tasty drinks for yourself.
Bikes at your disposal:
You can use our bikes any time you want.
Pick Up:
We will pick you up when you arrive, and take you to our property.
Language lessons:
Take free language classes at our place.
Use our equipped kitchen:
Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.
Certificate:
Get a certificate of completion after you finish your experience.
Fast Internet Access:
High-speed internet for you to work remotely
Requirements
Welcomes solo volunteers, couples, and partners of volunteers
What's not included
Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa
Program Details
The Blue Heart Medical Field Volunteer Project in Mwanza is designed to address urgent healthcare needs by deploying dedicated volunteers to local hospitals. This program focuses on providing critical support to medical staff, enhancing patient care, and ensuring the smooth operation of essential services. Volunteers will engage in various tasks, including patient assistance, administrative support, and basic medical care under supervision. The project aims to alleviate the strain on healthcare facilities, especially during times of increased demand, by harnessing the power of community-driven volunteerism. This initiative not only offers volunteers hands-on experience in the medical field but also fosters a spirit of compassion and service in addressing urgent health challenges in Mwanza.
Activities & Shift
Patient Assistance:Help with transporting patients within the hospital.
Provide companionship, emotional support, and basic care for patients.
Assist with feeding, dressing, and hygiene tasks under the supervision of healthcare professionals.
Administrative Support:Manage patient records and help with data entry.
Organize patient files, schedule appointments, and manage visitor logs.
Assist in coordinating communication between medical staff and patients’ families.
Medical Support:Assist nurses and doctors with basic medical tasks such as taking vitals, preparing medical supplies, and disinfecting equipment.
Monitor patients' conditions and report any changes to medical staff.
Help set up and support mobile clinics in underserved areas.