Freelance Nurse / Nurse Technician Professional

About usMEDLIFE is a non-profit organization that partners with low-income communities in Latin America and Africa to improve their access to medicine, education, and community development projects. Our mission is to build a worldwide Movement empowering the poor in their fight for equal access to healthcare, education, and a safe home. Our vision is a world free from the constraints of poverty. MEDLIFE works with students from around the world in order to broaden their perspectives and better equip them to advocate for social justice.Our ideal Freelance Nurse We’re looking for a passionate advocate who has an immediate connection to our mission and vision. We need storytellers that can elevate the voice of community members in developing countries. We need community organizers, who will rally groups together to fight for our cause, make positive connections, and build relationships with ease. We need problem solvers that can turn challenges into growth opportunities.  A professional with a passion for social impact and who identifies with our organization’s purpose. Able to multitask in a fast paced environment. If you want to make the world a better place, we need you. About the roleWe’re looking for a new freelance talent to work hand in hand with volunteers, staff, and communities to evaluate patients previous to their medical appointment at MEDLIFE Mobile Clinics in low-income communities in Costa Rica (Mobile clinics frequency vary from one to four times a month). By achieving that, you will contribute to one of MEDLIFE core focuses by providing access to equal Healthcare to low-income communities.What will your day-to-day look like at MEDLIFE?Perform health histories at MEDLIFE mobile clinics.Conduct a physical examination of patients at the beginning of their visit to assess their overall health: take the patient's temperature, record their weight, monitor their heartbeat, check their blood pressure, etc. in mobile medical campaigns.Answer the questions of the volunteers.What will you bring?Bachelor or Technical Degree in Nursing, or related fields accredited by the institution of Medicine in Costa Rica. 2+ years of experience as Nurse or Nurse Technician in Costa Rica 2+ years of experience performing pap smears.Advanced-level English skills are a plus. Work experience in rural communities is a plus.Availability to work in the San Jose or Guanacaste area. Live in Costa Rica. How to applyTake the first step towards joining the MEDLIFE Movement by clicking on “apply” and completing the application form. We look forward to receiving your application! Please note: We are grateful to all interested candidates, but only those chosen for an interview will be contacted.